Boalsburg, Pa , is widely recognized as the birthplace of Memorial Day. A pre-civil war village, established by the Boal family, it retains much of the charm of its past. Tree lined Main Street is a mixture of quaint shops, restaurants and private homes that invites an afternoon stroll, a stop at the tavern, browsing, shopping or just relaxing on the porch at Springfield House.

Make our Victorian and Federal style bed and breakfast your home base and take in the other area attractions including the Pennsylvania Military Museum , The Boal Barn Playhouse, The Boalsburg Heritage Museum, Tussey Mountain Ski Area and Skatepark, Elks Country Club

Within minutes of Boalsburg and our B&B Inn are Penn State University, Beaver Stadium, The Bryce Jordan Center, Tussey Mountain Ski Area and Family Fun Center and the restaurants, shops and taverns of State College, PA, the quintessential college town.

Within Walking Distance are Duffys Tavern, an authentic 19th century Tavern style and fine dining restaurant and Kelly's Steak and Seafood known for fresh Pacific Northwest seafood.

In nearby Lemont Village, visit Alto Italian Restaurant and Bar for classic fresh Italian dishes and great wines in a Victorian Mansion.

In Downtown State College, we recommend Zola New World Bistro for true gourmet fare and a fantastic wine list or The Tavern, for traditional American food among a legendary Pennsylvania print collection.