New Report Reveals that Tourism Generates Over $76 Billion for Pennsylvania’s Economy and Supports 485,000 Jobs
March 13, 2024
Governor Shapiro is supporting the nearly 500,000 Pennsylvanians who are a part of the travel and tourism industry by calling for a $15 million increase in funding for tourism in his 2024-25 budget proposal This major investment in tourism and recreation asset development will drive economic growth, leading to new businesses and jobs and a […]
Punxsutawney, PA – Pennsylvania’s very own world-famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring after not seeing his shadow this morning at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney — marking the 21st time Phil has not seen his shadow during the 138-year-old tradition. Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger […]
Shapiro Administration Announces “Indigenous Peoples Cultural and Heritage Initiative”
October 13, 2023
Pennsylvania Tourism Office awarded Appalachian Regional Commission Area Planning Grant to develop promotion of the Commonwealth’s Indigenous Heritage Partnership with Lehigh University and federally recognized Tribes will highlight the history and culture of Indigenous Nations which originally dwelled in Pennsylvania Harrisburg, PA – Today, the Shapiro Administration announced the Pennsylvania Tourism Office has been awarded […]
Utz® Pennsylvania proudly holds top rankings in dairy, produce, and livestock production, as well as high employment concentrations in food manufacturing. As we celebrate Manufacturing Week, October 6-13, 2023, there’s no better time to highlight one of the agribusiness sectors that we do best: snack foods. Since the founding of Pennsylvania, agribusiness has been a […]
Governor Shapiro Launches Pennsylvania Office of Outdoor Recreation, Highlights Largest Budget Investment in State Parks and Forests in Decades
August 31, 2023
The 2023-24 bipartisan budget invests $112 million to improve state parks and forests, spur economic growth in the outdoor recreation industry, and make Pennsylvania the largest state to open an Office of Outdoor Recreation Connellsville, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro visited Yough River Park in Connellsville, along the 150-mile Great Allegheny Passage (GAP), in […]
PA Tourism and Agriculture Team Up Once Again for Sixth Annual Trail Shavertown, PA – This summer, Pennsylvanians and visitors can beat the heat and get a sweet treat by visiting any of the 42 creameries that make up the 2023 Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail. Today, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Department of Community […]
New Report Reveals that Tourism Generates $66 Billion for Pennsylvania’s Economy and Supports 450,000 Jobs
May 11, 2023
The new report shows that visitor spending has nearly rebounded to 2019 levels as the Commonwealth welcome 180 million visitors in 2021 Harrisburg, PA – A new report by the Pennsylvania Tourism Office shows the tourism industry in the Commonwealth generated $66.3 billion in economic impact, supported 452,885 jobs, contributed $4.2 billion in state and […]
Harrisburg, PA – Today, the Pennsylvania Tourism Office released the 2023 Happy Traveler, Pennsylvania’s state travel guide dedicated to must-see attractions, exciting events and a resource for planning future getaways. For travelers looking to visit iconic locations, discover hidden gems, or take part in one-of-a-kind events and cultural experiences, the annual guide provides ideas for […]
Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square Pennsylvania offers a myriad of activities for visitors and residents year-round, but spring decidedly marks the beginning of a more active season when the flowers start to bloom, birds sing, and those of us who patiently waited out the frostier months enthusiastically shake off our cabin fever. As we approach warmer […]
Located in Chalfont, Pa., Byers’ Choice handcrafts Christmas Carolers that spread cheer and warmth by connecting collectors with their favorite holiday tradition — singing holiday songs. We spoke to Dave Daikeler, sales operations manager at Byers’ Choice, about the company, its success, and the unique touch artisans bring to its products. What makes your company […]
Starting this month, the team from Keystone Edge — a digital magazine covering what’s next and best in Pennsylvania — will be giving #PAProud readers an inside look at each month’s issue. For November, it’s all about making things in Pennsylvania — past, present, and future. Our lead story looks at the maker movement across […]