Hear the “Wild Catting Tales” at the site of our 72 foot tall, 1890 Era Standard Rig. You can experience the excitement of the FIRST billion-dollar oil field.
Penn Brad Oil Museum Video
Guided tours by oil country veterans. See yellow dogs and barkers, headache posts, hurry-up sticks and sucker rods, all used to produce that miracle molecule of oil found in PA. Learn the story of “Music Mountain”.
In 1881, the Bradford Oil Field produced an incredible 83% of the United States total oil output; over 90,000 wells were drilled here. Located in northwestern Pennsylvania in McKean County, the oil comes from the upper Devonian Bradford Sands.
“High Grade Oil Metropolis of the World”
Light golden amber to a deep mossy green in color, the “Miracle Molecule” from the Bradford field is high in paraffin and is considered one of the highest grade natural lubricant crude oils in the world.
The Penn Brad Oil Museum preserves the philosophy and spirit of a historic oil community. You will experience the boom times of the world’s first billion dollar oil field. Tour an oil lease house, then plan a walking tour along the nearby Main Street of Bradford’s National Historic District to view the eclectic architecture of the community built by the Oil Baron’s during the early 1900’s.
The Bradford Oil Field continues to be a productive part of Pennsylvania’s petroleum industry today.
Guided Tours and Admission
Adults: $5.00 Seniors $4.50
Children under 12 FREE
Free parking
Student and Tour Groups Welcome
Please call ahead to schedule your customized guided tour.
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Museum Hours
Wednesday – Friday: 9 am to 4 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 4 pm
Closed Sunday, Monday & Tuesday
* Call for special hours for your tour group or special event
Penn Brad Oil Museum
901 South Avenue (3 miles south of Bradford on Rt. 219)
Bradford, PA 16701
814-362-1955
pennbrad.oilmuseum@yahoo.com
www.penn-bradoilmuseum.org
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Enjoy two nights stay at the Kane Manor Inn and sample the local fare and libations including a $50 voucher at Table 105, Kane’s foremost American bistro, wine tasting/meat and cheese tray at Flickerwood Winery ($15 value) and beer tasting or two full glasses of craft beer at our local Logyard Brewing ($12 value). Kane, PA is Trail Central™ and located on the Knox & Kane Rail Trail (2 blocks from the Inn) and adjacent to numerous trails for hiking, biking and winter sports. The total package is $299.00 plus tax for two adults.
Kane Manor Inn
230 Clay St.
Kane, PA 16735
814-837-6522
kmi@kanemanorinn.com
Lantz Corners Getaway is centrally located to all the great fishing areas. Fishing for Value Package includes one overnight stay and one $10 food & beverage voucher for the Barrelhouse Restaurant – all for only $70.00 plus tax. Phone for reservations at 814-778-5391, and mention the Fishing for Value Package for this special pricing. Extended nights & group pricing also available.
Lantz Corners Getaway and Conference Center
Intersection of Rt. 219 & Rt. 6
2952 Route 219
Kane, PA 16735
814-778-5391
lantzcornersgetaway@yahoo.com
Stay 2 nights and get 1 night free. Fee is $140.00 + tax for one person, or two people sharing a room. Walk to the Barrelhouse Restaurant & Pub next door, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Spend the evening relaxing around the fire pit. Call for reservations at 814-778-5391, and mention this Fly & Drive package for special pricing!
Lantz Corners Getaway and Conference Center
Intersection of Rt. 219 & Rt. 6
2952 Route 219
Kane, PA 16735
814-778-5391
lantzcornersgetaway@yahoo.com
Midweek Adventure Package
Package includes one night lodging at a Holiday Valley Property and a 3 hour Aerial Adventure starting at $249 for two people, midweek, tax included. Packages are available at the Inn at Holiday Valley, the Tamarack Club or a Holiday Valley Rental Management property.
The Inn at Holiday Valley
6081 Route 219 South
Ellicottville, NY 14731
716-699-2345
aneal@holidayvalley.com
Midweek Golf & Stay Package
Stay at the Inn and enjoy 2 days of golf with 18 holes per day, plus club cleaning and storage, and unlimited range balls at our practice facility. Up to two kids age 17 and under stay free. $549 for 2 nights for 2 adults.
Lodging is available at the course-side Inn at Holiday Valley, the course-side Tamarack Club and area condominiums, townhouses and homes managed by Holiday Valley.
The Inn at Holiday Valley
6081 Route 219 South
Ellicottville, NY 14731
716-699-2345
aneal@holidayvalley.com
Stay at the Best Western Bradford Inn, located within walking distance of downtown restaurants. Package includes 2 nights lodging, free hot breakfast bar, 4 bottles of bottled water, two ANF decals, and a bag of trail mix. $225.00* for 2 Adults, 2 nights.
* Does not include tax.
Plus Bradford Hiking Package – Bradford, PA
Best Western Bradford Inn
100 S. Davis Street
Bradford, PA 16701
814-362-4501
