Step into the history of America’s first coast-to-coast highway at the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor museum in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands. Experience vintage cars, a 1938 diner, and engaging audio tours that bring the road’s lively past to life.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly indoor walking
Wildlife
History
The Lincoln Highway, completed in 1913, was the nation's first coast-to-coast highway, fostering early automobile travel and roadside culture in America.
Conservation
The museum promotes sustainable travel by providing a free electric vehicle charging station and encouraging responsible visitation.
Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor
Step into the history of America’s first coast-to-coast highway at the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor museum in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands. Experience vintage cars, a 1938 diner, and engaging audio tours that bring the road’s lively past to life.
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.
Pick up your Audio Wand early
Start your custom audio tour right when you enter to fully immerse yourself in the 16 detailed stops throughout the museum.
Save room for dessert
Don't miss the freshly baked pie and coffee at the restored 1938 diner—perfect for a mid-visit break.
Plan for wheelchair accessibility
The museum is mostly accessible, but check ahead if you have special mobility needs to ensure a smooth visit.
Charge your EV
A free electric vehicle charging station is available on-site, convenient for eco-conscious travelers.
Comfortable walking shoes
Even though this is mostly an indoor experience, comfortable shoes help you casually navigate the museum exhibits.
Light jacket or sweater
The Laurel Highlands can be cool, especially indoors and in transitional seasons.
spring|fall|winter
Camera or smartphone
Capture vintage cars, neon signs, and unique roadside architecture details.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated while traveling along the nearby scenic highway before or after your visit.
summer