Johnstown Links and Area Resources

The Web is chock full of information about Johnstown and the surrounding area. Below are some links we’ve collected that we feel may be of interest to you.

• Attractions

  • Cambria County War Memorial This arena serves as the venue for a host of events ranging from live entertainment to professional sporting events to conferences.
  • Rock Run Recreation Area Covering more than 6,000 acres, Rock Run Recreation Area provides a nearly endless network of trails for 4-wheelers and dirt bikes.

• Blogroll

  • Advertising PDF Click here for PDF
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• Community Organizations

  • Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The Community Foundation for the Alleghenies is a nonprofit public foundation that works with donors to develop funds that will benefit our community both now and in the future.
  • Discover Downtown Johnstown Partnership Non-profit organization dedicated to the growth, promotion, and revitalization of Downtown Johnstown by focusing on four key elements of revitalization: Organization, Design, Promotion, and Economic Redevelopment.
  • Greater Johnstown YMCA Non-profit organization whose programs, services and initiatives are focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility
  • Johnstown Area Regional Industries (JARI) Not-for-profit economic development service provider serving the Greater Johnstown Area, which includes Cambria County, Somerset County, and the City of Johnstown.
  • Lift Johnstown A volunteer, community-based committee with the objective of assisting with the implemention of the strategic plans for Greater Johnstown and the surrounding areas.
  • Young Professionals of the Alleghenies Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of young professionals ages 21 to 45 in Johnstown and the surrounding area by offering exciting opportunities for social, business networking and community service activities.
  • YWCA of Greater Johnstown Non-profit organization that provides services to those in need, educates the community on women’s issues, strives for the elimination of racial injustice, and promotes health and wellness.

• History and Landmarks

  • Roxbury Bandshell This historic structure serves as the venue for concerts throughout the summer months.
  • The Johnstown Inclined Plane The steepest vehicular incline in the world, the Johnstown Inclined Plane was built to serve residential areas built on higher elevations.
  • U.S. National Park Service: Johnstown Flood of 1889 Official page from the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding the 1889 Johnstown Flood.

• Local Resources

  • Johnstown Cafe Your source for everything Johnstown – information, history, pictures, music, videos and links.
  • Johnstown Magazine A portrait of life in Greater Johnstown PA on the canvas of a glossy full-color magazine. Johnstown Magazine is a monthly look at life in this beautiful valley and the majestic hills that surround it.

• Nightlife

  • Johnstown Nightlife Guide to nightlife in the Johnstown area, including bars, clubs and related events and entertainment options.

• Recreational Organizations

  • Laurel Highlands On & Off Road Bicycling Association LHORBA are dedicated to promoting the sport of mountain biking in the Laurel Highlands region.

• Tourism

  • Johnstown Area Heritage Association An organization that exists to preserve and present this region’s nationally significant stories through museums, special events, cultural and educational programming, and historical collections.
  • The Alleghenies Pennsylviania’s Web site dedicated to the Allegheny Region.
  • Visit Johnstown, PA Online guide to Johnstown & Cambria County, Pennsylvania, providing visitor & vacation information including area attractions, accommodations, events, dining & shopping. All you need to plan your vacation in the Johnstown PA region.