Indiana County Tourist Bureau – Tourism Snapshot
Have you viewed the new series of videos entitled “Indiana County, PA Community Video Tour”? The video tour, produced by CGI Communications and facilitated by the Indiana County Tourist Bureau, includes seven short videos providing an overview of the quality of life in Indiana County. The series includes an introduction video featuring Indiana County Commissioners R. Michael Keith, Robin Gorman and Sherene Hess. Additional videos include “Indiana County Works”, “Indiana County Plays”, “Indiana County Learns”, “Indiana County Cares”, “Indiana County Welcomes” and “Community Organizations” providing a glimpse into Indiana County for those interested in learning what it’s like to live, learn, work and play in Indiana County, Pennsylvania. The video tour can be accessed on the following websites: https://www.indianacountypa.gov/, https://indianacountyceo.com/, https://www.visitindianacountypa.org/ and https://www.indianacountychamber.us/. The videos are available to be shared by all with those who want to see what Indiana County has to offer.
What is America250PA Indiana County? In 2026, America will be celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 1776 – July 4, 2026). The Indiana County Commissioners adopted the resolution to join the America250PA Commission and to encourage all Indiana County residents, businesses and organizations to begin planning now, for this important event in our country’s history! Please follow the “America250PA Indiana County” Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095375533363 to keep informed of the exciting plans as they develop, not only for Indiana County but also Pennsylvania and the USA!
How will you celebrate our country’s Semiquincentennial? Did you know that townships, municipalities and non-profit organizations can all sign a resolution and get on board with the America250PA Commission? It’s a great way to show your support and promote your events. For more information and ideas of how you can get involved, reach out to the tourist bureau office at 724-463-7505 or email info@visitindianacountypa.org.
The Indiana County Tourist Bureau is headed to downtown Indiana. ICTB is thankful for the invitation to collaborate on the vision of a Welcome Center to serve our residents, visitors as well as prospective businesses.
National Travel & Tourism Week (NTTW) will be May 19-25, 2024. NTTW is an annual tradition to celebrate the travel industry and travel’s essential role in stimulating economic growth, cultivating vibrant communities, creating quality job opportunities, inspiring new businesses and forging connections. This year’s theme is Travel: Powering the Economy. Connecting America. We will share more details closer to the date.
Save the Date for a special evening on June 14, 5:00pm – 7:00pm hosted by ICTB to celebrate and honor the Historical & Genealogical Society of Indiana County with a Tourism Ambassador award. This exciting celebration will be held at the tourist bureau office located inside the Indiana Mall. ICTB members & friends can expect invitations to be emailed in early May.
ICTB will soon be releasing a new edition of our Seasonal Events Brochure featuring upcoming events for April and May 2024. ICTB members are encouraged to continue to submit their events throughout the year.