Step back into the golden age of American road travel with group tours at the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor. Discover historic artifacts, vintage diners, and quirky roadside art in the scenic Laurel Highlands.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels since walking is gentle and mostly indoors.
Wildlife
History
The Lincoln Highway was the nation’s first transcontinental roadway, established in 1913, fundamentally shaping America’s car culture.
Conservation
The Heritage Corridor actively promotes environmental stewardship, including maintaining roadside greenery and supporting an EV charging station on-site.
Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor
Step back into the golden age of American road travel with group tours at the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor. Discover historic artifacts, vintage diners, and quirky roadside art in the scenic Laurel Highlands.
Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor operates the Lincoln Highway Experience, the largest museum dedicated to America’s first coast-to-coast highway. Located in Latrobe in the scenic Laurel Highlands, the museum presents over a century of highway history through artifacts, restored vehicles, and roadside architecture.
Visitors can take a custom audio tour that guides guests through exhibits highlighting the Lincoln Highway’s development, popular roadside attractions, and automotive culture. The facility includes a restored 1938 diner where visitors can enjoy pie and coffee, adding a tangible taste of Americana to the visit. Notable artifacts on display include a 1937 Packard and examples of quirky roadside art and architecture that punctuated early highway travel.
The Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor offers both General Admission and Group Tours. General Admission allows individual visitors and families to explore exhibits at their own pace with the audio tour. Group Tours provide a structured experience tailored for school groups, clubs, and travel groups, combining guided interpretation with indoor exhibits.
The organization emphasizes preservation and interpretation of the Lincoln Highway’s history, focusing on authentic artifacts and historically accurate restorations. The location in Latrobe makes the museum accessible to travelers exploring the Laurel Highlands and regional attractions. Clear visitor amenities include the diner and staged exhibits that recreate roadside travel experiences.
Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor’s combination of curated exhibits, vehicle restoration, and themed dining creates an engaging, family-friendly destination that documents the cultural and transportation history of the nation’s first transcontinental highway. Plan a visit to experience authentic Lincoln Highway storytelling today.
Location
Latrobe, PA
Laurel Highlands setting
Museum Size
Largest dedicated
America’s Lincoln Highway museum
Tours Offered
Group & General
Audio tours, guided visits
Historic Era
100+ years
Artifacts from 1900s onward
Reserve General Admission or schedule Group Tours to explore curated exhibits, a restored 1938 diner, and historic vehicles along the Lincoln Highway.
Reserve Group Tours in Advance
Groups larger than 50 should call ahead to ensure availability and scheduling accommodations.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Expect light walking inside the museum and outdoor areas featuring sculptures and exhibits.
Bring a Camera
Capture unique roadside art and historic cars on display for memorable photos.
Arrive Early on Weekend Days
Weekends can get busy; early arrival maximizes your time to enjoy the full audio tour and diner experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Ideal for navigating museum floors and outdoor exhibits with ease.
Light jacket or layers
Useful for cooler indoor temperatures and variable weather outside.
spring|fall|winter
Camera or smartphone
Capture roadside art and historic displays throughout the tour.
Sunscreen
Protect exposed skin during the outdoor portions of the visit on sunny days.
summer