Are you preparing to visit Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania, and aren’t sure what activities to plan? Or maybe you live there already and are looking for some fresh, frugal ideas on how to spend your time. This beautiful Allentown suburb, once an agricultural hub, now boasts much of the Lehigh Valley’s retail industry and offers many fascinating historical and modern sites to explore.
As an area with a rich history and thriving economy, Whitehall Township and the surrounding region are full of fun and educational activities that won’t break the bank. Check out these exciting, budget-friendly options in the area.
Allentown’s Liberty Bell Museum offers guests a hands-on look at a replica of the historic Liberty Bell. Enjoy enthralling exhibits about the Revolutionary War and Colonial America, as well as fun and educational events throughout the year.
Be sure to plan your trip around Pip the Mouse’s annual puppet show “Pip: The Mouse Before Christmas,” which runs from the end of November to the end of December. You won’t want to miss this lovable mouse and his holiday adventures, adored by children and adults alike since the 1960s.
Cost: Free for members and children ages 4 and younger, $1 for children ages 5 to 17, and $2 for adults.
Conveniently located near the heart of Whitehall’s shopping district, the Warner Art Glass Center offers gorgeous stained glass artwork for sale – a must-have souvenir from your time spent in Whitehall. The center was founded in 1969 to educate people on how fun glass crafting can be, and it continues to teach people both young and old about the joys of glass cutting.
Register the whole family for one of their free classes on glass cutting or fusing, and be sure to stop into the store for the perfect gift for the craftsperson in your life.
Cost: Free
The Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown brings science to life. The center’s programs are designed to spark kids’ enthusiasm toward the STEM field, although these fun-filled interactive exhibits are sure to pique the interest of any adult chaperones as well.
Create your own stop-motion animations, explore the fascinating connection between the art world and science, or simulate a breathtaking Category 1 hurricane – you and your family can explore nearly every facet of the scientific world with the center’s wide range of exhibits, day camps, and activities.
Cost: Free for children under 3 years old, $14.95 for ages 3 and up.
Take a scenic walk with a loved one, teach children about the beauty of nature, or find a perfect backdrop for a timeless family photo – Allentown’s Malcolm Gross Rose Garden offers a gorgeous array of roses and other flower varieties that will take any nature lover’s breath away.
The 1.3-mile walking trail is ideal for biking, walking, and taking exquisite photographs. Many couples choose the venue for engagement pictures and small weddings, and the park’s exercise equipment encourages all family members to get up and active.
Cost: Free
Home of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs – a Triple-A® affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies – Coca-Cola Park is the go-to space for sports lovers in the Lehigh Valley. The park has led the Minor Leagues in attendance for 10 years and is loved by baseball fans both young and old.
Take in an IronPigs game, watch a district high school playoff, or check out the special events and community gatherings hosted throughout the year.
Cost: Visit the MILB website for individual ticket prices.
The 110-acre Whitehall Parkway, conveniently located west of Route 145, offers something for every outdoor enthusiast. You can walk the numerous hiking trails, explore historic buildings, watch birds, and fish. The site is also popular among cross-country skiers.
Once you’re done enjoying the many sights the park has to offer, check out the adjoining Ironton Rail Trail – a scenic year-round recreational trail transformed from the former Ironton Railroad.
Cost: Free
As you explore Allentown, Bethlehem, and the surrounding Lehigh Valley area, take a couple of days to enjoy all that Whitehall Township and the surrounding region have to offer. From culturally enriching museums to world-renowned, family-friendly entertainment, these activities are just the beginning of the great experiences you can enjoy in the area on a budget.
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