about eagles mere
Eagles Mere is a small historic lakeside town perched at 2,200 ft in the Endless Mountains of Pennsylvania. The pristine spring-fed lake and thousands of beautiful acres of surrounding forests have attracted visitors and longtime residents for over 100 years. These unspoiled natural resources have been protected by a myriad of conservation efforts beginning in the 1870s. Today, the glacial lake, hiking trails, and wooded areas containing virgin forest continue to provide the perfect setting for outdoor activities.
Cultural engagement also has historical precedent. The late 19th century interest in cultural and spiritual engagement in natural settings gave rise to the national Chautauqua movement, which provided entertainment and cultural activities for those who attended programs lasting from a few days to 12 weeks. One of these communities was established in Eagles Mere.
(See Chautauqua history)
An architecturally diverse and charming collection of cottages, stores, and churches remain from the turn-of-the-century resort town, further designating Eagles Mere as a place of beauty as well as one of historic significance. Today there is a small commercial district featuring an eclectic combination of shops eateries, and a museum dedicated to the town and history.
With families returning to the lake for multiple generations, Eagles Mere continues to draw people from across the country to be be part of such a timeless community. The year-round population of 120 swells to over 3,000 in the summer months. Eagles Mere’s tagline, “the town that time forgot,” conveys the relaxed pace and physical beauty of a bygone era.
Cultural engagement also has historical precedent. The late 19th century interest in cultural and spiritual engagement in natural settings gave rise to the national Chautauqua movement, which provided entertainment and cultural activities for those who attended programs lasting from a few days to 12 weeks. One of these communities was established in Eagles Mere.
(See Chautauqua history)
An architecturally diverse and charming collection of cottages, stores, and churches remain from the turn-of-the-century resort town, further designating Eagles Mere as a place of beauty as well as one of historic significance. Today there is a small commercial district featuring an eclectic combination of shops eateries, and a museum dedicated to the town and history.
With families returning to the lake for multiple generations, Eagles Mere continues to draw people from across the country to be be part of such a timeless community. The year-round population of 120 swells to over 3,000 in the summer months. Eagles Mere’s tagline, “the town that time forgot,” conveys the relaxed pace and physical beauty of a bygone era.