About Erie, Pennsylvania

Nearby Presque Isle State Park is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise, with seven miles of sandy beaches, hiking trails, numerous water sports and some of the best fishing on the Great Lakes. It is home to an ecological preserve that is the center of a thriving tourist industry with more than 4 million visitors annually. It was featured on "Nature," the internationally acclaimed PBS television program, and was named by National Geographic as having the second-most-beautiful sunsets in the world.

With three community theaters, a philharmonic orchestra, two professional dance companies, a world-class comedy club, an active jazz society, and numerous music festivals throughout the year, arts and cultural activities are abundant in Erie.

Four colleges and universities are located in Erie County, bringing more than 22,000 students to the community.

Erie is also home to charming corner restaurants, stores and churches, ethnic neighborhoods, safe streets, summer festivals, crisp winters, friendly people and great skiing. As any resident will tell you, it's a great place to raise a family, with high-quality lifestyle and low cost of living! Visit www.goerie.com, www.eriepa.com or www.tourerie.com