Located just outside of State College, Bellefonte offers plenty of dining and shopping options for visitors looking for small-town charm. Bellefonte is known for Victorian architecture and home to many antique and collectable shops. Every holiday season, the town hosts an annual Victorian Christmas event that includes craft shows, holiday-themed dinners, winter markets, cookie crawls and more. Plan a visit from December 8-10 to catch this year’s Victorian Christmas!
Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County
The Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County is located in a historic old home, the Linn House, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was home to various prominent figures from the past. The museum not only showcases art from all over the world, in addition to local works, but also offers a space for exhibitions, shows and classes.
133 N Allegheny St, Bellefonte | bellefontemuseum.org
Plaza Centre
The Plaza Centre is the area’s largest antique and collectibles market, containing over 30,000 square feet of retail space. Located in the former Plaza and Ritz theaters, there’s just as much history in the store’s architecture as there is in the items sold. You can find antique furniture, art, gift items, collectibles and more. Visit the 70 dealers occupying six floors of merchandise.
124-130 W High St, Bellefonte | facebook.com/PlazaCentreAntiqueGallery
Smith + Front
Owned by a local couple, Smith + Front offers boutique shopping while supporting local artisans in rural Pennsylvania. All products sold are locally made and range from handmade candles and soaps to home decor, jewelry, novelty items and more. Many of their items are also sold online and can be purchased at local events and markets, like the Winter Market at the annual Victorian Christmas event.
160 Dunlop St, Bellefonte | smithandfront.com
Bonfatto’s Italian Market & Corner Cafe
Family owned and operated for four generations, Bonfatto’s serves the Bellefonte community quality deli meats and sandwiches, coffee, espresso, pastries and more. With all their ingredients and products locally sourced, locals and visitors alike can feel good about supporting this small business that supports other small businesses. Enjoy a hand-pulled espresso or locally made macaron; or perhaps you’ve come hungry for lunch and would like to enjoy an artisan sandwich. At Bonfatto’s, you have plenty of delicious options.
401 W High St, Bellefonte | bonfattos.com
Helen Foxx & Co
Boasting affordable fashion with a high-end boutique atmosphere, Helen Foxx & Co offers the latest trends in clothing, jewelry and accessories. Featuring sizes for every body type and a variety of purses, jewelry, belts and scarves, you can surely find something nice for yourself or for someone on your gift list.
122 S Allegheny St, Bellefonte | helenfoxxandco.com
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Confer’s Jewelers
If you’re looking to give the gift of fine jewelry or just want to browse during your visit, then look no further; Confer’s has been the area’s jeweler for more than 40 years. The jeweler is family owned and operated, and you can find anything from classic to modern fine jewelry here—even a line of Penn State-themed jewelry!
1074 E Bishop St, Bellefonte | confersjewelers.com
