"[LAUNCH] attempted and
pulled off something I thought
I'd never see in Lancaster."
Tom Bejgrowicz,
Man Alive Design /
PA College of Art & Design

ABOUT HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LANCASTER:
Located in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster city - the oldest inland city in the US - is an area with an exceptional amount of history. During the American Revolution, the small town was, for one day (September 27, 1777) the capitol of the colonies, as well as being the capitol of Pennsylvania from 1799 until 1812 and was the home of several notable historical figures, including the 15th President of the US, James Buchanan.

While Lancaster County might be best known as Pennsylvania Dutch Country and the home of the Amish, Downtown Lancaster is filled with a variety of small businesses, independent shops, and progressive thinking.
From the cities' Gallery Row - a two plus block area of art galleries and local restaurants, to it's Central Market - the oldest continuously operated farmers market in the US, to its historic buildings and architecture, Downtown Lancaster is the perfect spot to spend three days enjoying music and entertainment!

AREA ATTRACTIONS:

ENTERTAINMENT
CHAMELEON CLUB - The marquee venue of the conference, Lancaster's Chameleon Club is not only the foundation of Central PA's music scene but has been hailed by MTV as "one of the greatest places to see live original music and the most promising up and coming bands"! www.chameleonclub.net

LANCASTER BARNSTORMERS - Catch a ball game at Clipper Magazine Stadium, home of the Lancaster Barnstormers, Lancaster's professional baseball team in the Atlantic League. With tickets starting as low as $5, its a great way to spend some down time! www.lancasterbarnstormers.com

FULTON OPERA HOUSE - Catch a show at the historic Fulton Opera House, a major player in America's theatrical heritage. The Fulton, which dates back to 1852, is also a National Historic Landmark! www.atthefulton.org

HISTORICAL/MUSEUMS
WHEATLAND - Get Presidential and tour the mansion home of America's 15th President, James Buchanan! www.wheatland.org

DEMUTH MUSEUM - The restored studio, garden and home of artist Charles Demuth (1883-1935). www.demuth.org

HERITAGE CENTER OF LANCASTER - Located at the very heart of the city, the heritage museums are committed to preserving Lancaster County's history and decorative arts. www.culturalhistorymuseum.com

LANCASTER SCIENCE FACTORY - A hands on, interactive technology and science center. www.lancastersciencefactory.com

LANCASTER QUILT AND TEXTILE MUSEUM - Explore the rich and diverse textile traditions of Lancaster County and south-central Pennsylvania.
www.quiltandtextilemuseum.com

NORTH MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE AND HISTORY - Extensive collections and hands-on, minds-on exhibits that engage the imagination in a welcoming environment. From outer space to local Native American peoples, from rocks and minerals to dinosaurs, from the Live Animal Room to the Discovery Room, explore the diverse world of natural history and science. www.northmuseum.org

MISC:
HOLE IN THE WALL PUPPET THEATER - Local puppet house specializing in marionettes and muppet-esque puppets. www.holeinthewallpuppettheater.com

SHOPPING:
DOWNTOWN LANCASTER - Gallery Row, located on Prince Street (in the midst of many of Launch's venues), is Lancaster's "Avenue of The Arts" and is home to an eclectic mix of contemporary and modern art. the 300 block of neighboring North Queen Street - occasionally refereed to as the "SoHo of Lancaster" - is home to a variety of unique shops and excellent restaurants. www.downtownlancaster.com

PARK CITY CENTER - The largest enclosed shopping center in Central Pennsylvania includes in excess of 150 stores! www.parkcitycenter.com

CENTRAL MARKET - A unique shopping experience where tourists can purchase fresh local produce and handmade Amish goods not common anywhere else.

ROCKVALE OUTLETS - Located just outside of town, the Rockvale Outlets are home to more than 100 stores - get the brand names you love at discount prices! www.rockvalesquareoutlets.com

TANGER OUTLETS - Located just down the road from Rockvale are the Tanger Outlets, home to more than 60 brand name manufacturer and designer outlet stores! www.tangeroutlet.com/lancaster

Much of this information was borrowed from www.downtownlancaster.com