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Punxsutawney is a borough in southern Jefferson County in the Pennsylvania Wilds, famous nationwide for Punxsutawney Phil, the groundhog of Groundhog Day fame, who is traditionally said to determine for the nation whether summer will come sooner or later. Upon popping out of bed on the second of February, if he sees his shadow and returns to the security of his hole in fright, then — so the story goes — the U.S. can be assured that it will be in for a cold, long, rainy spring! See North American wildlife for more on the species.
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A museum dedicated to educating visitors about weather, what causes certain natural phenomena, and the history of weather prediction.
Gobbler's Knob is where the annual Groundhog Day festival occurs; where everyone gathers around to see whether or not Phil will see his shadow. During the rest of the year, you can see Punxsutawney Phil at the Groundhog Zoo.
A museum with displays, artifacts, and information about the area and its history from the days when Native Americans lived here to the day when Punxsutawney Phil established his own residence.
A pizza place that also serves strombolis, wings on Wednesday, and a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. There is a covered outdoor seating area and a groundhog statue.
A hotel with a meeting room, swimming pool, and complimentary breakfast.
A Victorian-style B&B with 6 different rooms to stay in and a gazebo outside.
Sells groundhog-themed apparel and toys.
Punxsutawney is really in the middle of nowhere—about two hours west of State College, a little less than two hours northeast of Pittsburgh, and an hour and a half northwest of Altoona.
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