Slow down and discover the farmlands of Butler County and  the hidden jewel of Historic Saxonburg.  Escape from the hectic pace of life and enjoy a weekend getaway that makes you feel at home. Just over 40 minutes north of the Golden Triangle, this area seems to stand still. The Main Street of Saxonburg stands as the the main gathering place for friends. The church continues to stand at the end of Main street and its clock tower chimes on the quarter hour. You can also hear the roosters crow at dawn!!

Welcome to Saxonburg, one of America's greatest small Victorian era towns where small businesses, quaint shops, restaurants and family homes co-exist in a tranquil village surrounded by farmland. Today, Main Street retains much of its original character and features 32 buildings that are over 100 years old, of which 10 buildings are more than 150 years. The Main Street is now a designated federal historic district. After a full fresh country breakfast at Armstrong Farms (and we really mean fresh brown eggs and Thoma's Saxonburg famous cured ham) overlooking the Westminster Preserve pond site travel to the village of Saxonburg to begin another adventure.

Spend a Day in Saxonburg

There's lots to see and do in our town - shopping without the crowds and traffic!!

THOMA MEAT MARKET

For the famous Saxonburg Bologna and other specialty meats 724-352-2020

HARVEST VALLEY  FARMS - Natures way to eat well! 

For the best area's harvest offerings of vegetables and fruits 724-443-5869  www.harvestvalleyfarms.com

GOLF

Schedule a tee time just a few minutes away at the Saxon Golf Course (724-353-2130, the Conley Resort (800)-344-7303 and Birdsfoot Golf Course 877-295-3656

RELIVE HISTORY 

PICK UP a free booklet at any of the town's shops that will guide you through Saxonburg's history. Purchase the audio-guided driving tour of Massey Harbinson and learn the adventure of her 1780s kidnap and escape from Native Americans when this area was still a wild frontier. Armstrong Farms also has copies of the driving tour. Call for tours and more information 724-352-2690

Lernerville Speedway

Get to the roots of America's passion for auto racing at one of the top dirt tracks in the country from April through September. Call (724)-353-1350 or visit www.lernervilleraceway.com

HORSEBACK RIDING

Durango Farms Equestrian Center offers lessons along with special equine events in the summer 724-352-2300

PENN'S COLONY WEEKENDS

In the 1750's, a young George Washington made an important journey through the area that led to events that changed the course of our country. During the last two weekends of September, the last weekend in June at the Summer Faire and the first weekend in November at the Christmas in the Colony, Penn s Colony celebrates this French and Indian era of Early America's heritage in a recreated colonial village featuring a lively marketplace of furniture, folk art, gifts and decorative accessories, rousing period entertainment, living history and re-enactments. Visit www.pennscolony.com

ROEBLING MUSEUM

Saxonburg was founded and designed by engineer and surveyor John Augustus Roebling who purchased 1600 acres of land and laid out the future village on 400 acres of the land in 1832. The famous patented wire rope by Roebling has been successfully used in numerous suspension bridges around the world. John Roebling's design of the Brooklyn Bridge, which was built by his son and daughter in law, Colonel Washington and Emily Roebling. The Brooklyn Bridge was the most famous and praised work. Please take time to enjoy Roebling Park and the Saxonburg Museum at Cooper Hall. Call (724-352-1440).

PAMPER YOURSELF

The Fresh Cup Cafe  This is a must visit before you depart from the area.  The Fresh Cup located at 210 W. Main Street is so special.  Their offerings include quiches, chicken salad, specialty soups, hot and hearty and lighter fare sandwiches.  Don't forget to ask about specialty teas and coffees.   The Cafe schedules private dinners and lunches.  For reservations call 724-352-8181

The Salon of Saxonburg. Treat yourself from head to toe at one of Pittsburgh's outstanding stylists, (trained in Europe) in one of Main Streets beautifully restored Victorians buildings. The Salon continues to be the wedding favorite for brides and bridal parties at Armstrong Farms.  For reservations 724-352-2282   

The Still Room. This shop invites you to step inside and discover all the nooks and crannies of unique gifts and special teas.   Open Tues - Sat. Visit at www.thestillroom.com  724-421-2828

The Yoma Room - the Center for Massage and Yoga. For in-room therapuetic massages at Armstrong Farms Visit or at their Main Street location.   www.yomaroom.com  724-352-9454

ADDITIONAL SAXONBURG AREA SHOPPING and TO DO's

• Antique Coffee Shop 724-352-2282
• C. Matus Company Amish Furniture 724-352-2860
• Grey Wolf Art Gallery 724-352-9920
• Second Time Around
• Natili's Jewelry and Repair
• The Chandlery Gift Shoppe
• Saxonburg Area Library
• Forget Me Not Antiques
• The Same Desires 724-352-4171

Don't Forget to sample our local wines and bring back a bottle to Armstrong Farms to end the relaxing day into a romantic evening.

• WINFIELD WINERY (724)-352-9589
• RUSTIC ACRES WINERY (724)-283-6236
• LA CASA NARCISSI  (724) 444-3951

For additional information about Saxonburg and Butler County visit

• www.SaxonburgAreaBusinessAssociation.com
• www.saxonburglocalhistory.com
• www.visitbutlercounty.com

Back to Armstrong Farms for more activity . . . . . . . .

 

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