Population349,324 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
From A Tavern Court To A Civic Center
Westmoreland County, PennsylvaniaGreensburg anchors Westmoreland County, whose earliest courts met in Robert Hanna’s house at Hannastown. That modest beginning provides a distinctive contrast with later civic development, while county parks and trails offer a wider view of the southwestern Pennsylvania landscape. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 349,324 residents in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 1,028 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Westmoreland County at a Glance
Population349,324 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatGreensburg
Largest Municipality (2025 estimate)Hempfield township
Established1773 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
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Total Area, Including Water1,035.934 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
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Westmoreland County
Westmoreland County was established in 1773, and its first courts met at Hannastown that April. The house used for court was a privately owned log building rather than a purpose-built courthouse. County business later moved to Greensburg, linking two places to separate stages of the area's institutional history. The first court's modest setting makes the later civic center easier to understand as a development over time. A county's institutional beginning need not coincide with a monumental public building.
Follow the Hannastown-to-Greensburg story for a focused historical outing, then consider a county park or trail as a separate stop. The early court setting helps make the county's beginnings tangible, while current local information can identify suitable public destinations. Give the earlier court story time before adding a recreation destination. Comparing a former institutional location with a present civic center can make the movement of government more tangible.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
That modest beginning provides a distinctive contrast with later civic development, while county parks and trails offer a wider view of the southwestern Pennsylvania landscape.
Community History
Westmoreland County was established in 1773, and its first courts met at Hannastown that April. The house used for court was a privately owned log building rather than a purpose-built courthouse.
Explore Locally
Follow the Hannastown-to-Greensburg story for a focused historical outing, then consider a county park or trail as a separate stop.
Discover the everyday beginnings behind a county's civic landmarks.
A Closer Look
Westmoreland County
Places and perspectives from Westmoreland County
Westmoreland County Wire
Westmoreland County & Pennsylvania News
Includes Pennsylvania statewide reporting; stories may cover other counties.Photo CreditsSpotlight PA — Pennsylvania Statewide
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Stories from every corner of Westmoreland County.
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Rostraver El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-06. 300 Crest Ave, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. 724-808-2500.
Bon Air El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-03. 3260 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA 15068. 724-334-1463.
Grandview El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 188 Recreation Rd, Derry, PA 15627. 724-694-2400.
Dr Robert Ketterer CS Inc – High; grades 06-12. 1133 Village Way, Latrobe, PA 15650. 724-537-9110.
Franklin Regional Intermediate Sch – Elementary; grades 03-05. 4125 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA 15668. 724-327-5456.
Mountain View El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-06. 1010 Mountain View Dr, Greensburg, PA 15601. 724-834-7399.
Amos K Hutchinson El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 810 Welty St, Greensburg, PA 15601. 724-832-2900.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Ahn Emerus Westmoreland, Llc – Acute Care Hospitals. 6321 Route 30, Greensburg, PA 15601. 878-295-4735.
Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 532 West Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. 724-832-4000.
Excela Health Latrobe Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. One Mellon Way, Latrobe, PA 15650. 724-832-4000.
Excela Health – Frick Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 508 South Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA 15666. 724-547-1500.
Torrance State Hospital – Psychiatric. 121 Longview Drive, Torrance, PA 15779. 724-459-8000.
Public Safety
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Emergency Services
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
State Parks
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Trails
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Utilities
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Belle Vernon Public Library – 505 Speer St, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. 724-929-6642.
Delmont Public Library – 75 School Street, Delmont, PA 15626. 724-468-5329.
Greensburg Hempfield Area Library – 237 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA 15601. 724-837-5620.
Penn Area Library – 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA 15636. 724-744-4414.
Sewickley Township Public Library – 312 Sewickley Avenue, Herminie, PA 15637. 724-446-9940.
Norwin Public Library Association – 100 Caruthers Lane, Irwin, PA 15642. 724-863-4700.
Jeannette Public Library – 500 Magee Avenue, Jeannette, PA 15644. 724-523-5702.
Courts
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
DMV
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Transportation
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Plan Your Westmoreland County Visit
Find places to go, compare activities and make the most of your time here.
Local Questions
Westmoreland County: Places, Plans & Practical Answers
Start with these 11 answers, then find 5 more planning questions below the discovery lists.
No. The art museum in Greensburg offers free general admission, while Idlewild & SoakZone near Ligonier is a ticketed seasonal attraction. Special museum programs may still require registration or fees.
Idlewild & SoakZone: Plan a seasonal amusement-park and water-play day near Ligonier; admission is required. The Westmoreland Museum of American Art: Explore American art in Greensburg with free general admission; some special programs require registration.
Linn Run State Park: Choose a wooded streamside walk near Rector; plan footwear for rocky or wet trails. Twin Lakes Park: Walk the county-park lakes and use picnic areas near Greensburg.
The Westmoreland Museum of American Art: Explore American art in Greensburg with free general admission; some special programs require registration. Linn Run State Park: Choose a wooded streamside walk near Rector; plan footwear for rocky or wet trails. Free access does not include purchases, rentals or separately ticketed activities.
Sun Dawg Café: Choose breakfast or lunch on North Main Street in Greensburg. The Headkeeper: Consider a tapas-style dinner on South Main Street in Greensburg.
Historic Hanna's Town Museum Shop: Look for history-related books and gifts; museum and site tours have separate arrangements. Wight Elephant Boutique: Browse women's clothing and accessories; use the store's current visiting information before traveling.
Wight Elephant Boutique: Browse women's clothing and accessories; use the store's current visiting information before traveling.
That modest beginning provides a distinctive contrast with later civic development, while county parks and trails offer a wider view of the southwestern Pennsylvania landscape. Use the local museums and historic sites above to explore that story in more detail.
Belle Vernon Public Library – 505 Speer St, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. 724-929-6642. Delmont Public Library – 75 School Street, Delmont, PA 15626. 724-468-5329. These contacts come from the supplied local-library directory; call for current opening hours, children’s programs and visitor services.
Rostraver El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-06. 300 Crest Ave, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. 724-808-2500. Bon Air El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-03. 3260 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA 15068. 724-334-1463. These are selected contacts from the supplied school directory. Contact the school or district to confirm attendance boundaries and enrollment; a nearby school is not necessarily the assigned school.
Greensburg is the county seat recorded in the supplied Westmoreland County information. Use the Government tab in local resources to locate the department you need; offices may have different addresses and appointment arrangements.
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My Local Guide
Find Something Fun
Make Time for a Local DiscoveryExplore places to eat, shop and spend time in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. Follow each link for current visiting details.
Kids’ Fun
- Idlewild & SoakZone — Plan a seasonal amusement-park and water-play day near Ligonier; admission is required.
- The Westmoreland Museum of American Art — Explore American art in Greensburg with free general admission; some special programs require registration.
Restaurants
- Sun Dawg Café — Choose breakfast or lunch on North Main Street in Greensburg.
- The Headkeeper — Consider a tapas-style dinner on South Main Street in Greensburg.
Shopping & Retail
- Historic Hanna's Town Museum Shop — Look for history-related books and gifts; museum and site tours have separate arrangements.
- Wight Elephant Boutique — Browse women's clothing and accessories; use the store's current visiting information before traveling.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Wight Elephant Boutique — Browse women's clothing and accessories; use the store's current visiting information before traveling.
Outdoor Fun
- Linn Run State Park — Choose a wooded streamside walk near Rector; plan footwear for rocky or wet trails.
- Twin Lakes Park — Walk the county-park lakes and use picnic areas near Greensburg.
Free Things to Do
- The Westmoreland Museum of American Art — Explore American art in Greensburg with free general admission; some special programs require registration.
- Linn Run State Park — Choose a wooded streamside walk near Rector; plan footwear for rocky or wet trails.
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More Westmoreland County Questions
How could I build a short Westmoreland County outing from these places?
One possible plan is Idlewild & SoakZone, a meal at Sun Dawg Café, and a browse at Historic Hanna's Town Museum Shop. These are separate stops; map their addresses and check opening times before deciding whether all three fit your day.
How can I keep a Westmoreland County day trip inexpensive?
Start with The Westmoreland Museum of American Art and Linn Run State Park and bring a picnic where permitted. Budget separately for museum or amusement tickets, restaurant meals, parking where charged, rentals and purchases. Check the linked destination’s current fees instead of assuming every activity on its grounds is free.
Where should I check the forecast before visiting Linn Run State Park?
Use the county weather section above for the forecast. For Linn Run State Park, also open the destination’s notices for trail, road or facility closures. A county forecast does not confirm that an individual trail or activity is operating.
What should I confirm before making a special trip to Wight Elephant Boutique?
Use Wight Elephant Boutique to confirm the physical-store address, current opening days and whether the item or fitting you need is available. Some shops list online stock, multiple locations or appointment services, so contact the store about a specific visit.
Where can I find the businesses featured in this Westmoreland County guide?
The “Businesses in This County Guide” section links to Steel City Property Restoration, William G Mechling Insurance. Open a business page for its contact details. A business featured in this guide may serve the county from another location; confirm its address and service area directly.
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