Butler County Tourism Foundation
The foundation is run through Experience Butler County PA. The 501(c)(3) was established in May 2010 for historic preservation, revitalization and education through tax deductible contributions.
Who We Are
Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau, DBA Experience Butler County PA (EBC) is a non-profit organization designed to attract visitors to Butler County, Pennsylvania.
Operating on a budget of approximately $2 million, Experience Butler County PA is funded by a tax on hotel stays and generates millions of dollars in revenue from visitor spending. The county’s top attraction is Moraine State Park which receives more than two million visitors each year. Another “claim to fame” is the county seat, Butler, which is the birthplace of the Jeep. Each June, thousands of Jeep enthusiasts come to Butler County for the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival.
- Visitors spent $601 million in Butler County in 2022
- Tourism provides nearly 4,000 jobs in Butler County
- The number of hotel rooms in Butler County has increased from 1,409 in 2009 to 2,948 at the end of 2018
Founded in 2002, The Board of Commissioners of Butler County has designated Experience Butler County PA as the official tourism promotion and development organization for Butler County, Pennsylvania. It is comprised of a variety of members including agritourism, fairs and festivals, golf, history, great outdoors, arts and culture, family fun, dining, shopping and accommodations.
Our mission is to promote Butler County’s welcoming spirit, natural beauty, and vibrant tourism industry through innovative partnerships with local businesses to drive economic growth.
Experience Butler County PA is governed by a Board of Directors with various activities recommended and implemented by standing committees. Experience Butler is funded by a county hotel tax, membership dues, state tourism matching grants and other cooperative programs.
Experience Butler County PA creates an annual visitors guide as well as targeted brochures.
The staff can be reached at:
Toll-free - 866-856-8444
Local - 724-234-4619
Our Staff
Amy Pack, President
Rick Yarosz, Director of Tourism Development
Debbie Crum, Director of Partnership Outreach
Perry Latimer, Sales Manager
Beth Paslawski, Sales Manager
Paula J. Slomer, Creative Director
Ryan Morgan, IT & Web Development Manager
Casey Hoolahan, Public Relations and Communication
Layla Joseph, Strategic Multimedia Specialist
Cari Stonis, Creative Communications Assistant
Leigh Baxter, Office Manager
Megan Gayhart, Office Administrative Assistant
Maizee Zaccone, Office Administrative Assistant
Penny English, Brochure Rack Distribution
The Butler County Tourism Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization for the betterment of Butler County. The foundation operates through Experience Butler County PA.
Learn more about the Butler County Tourism Foundation.
You Might See Us Around Town!
Our tourism truck makes appearances in parades and at events throughout the year. Originally used in Vietnam as an ambulance, this 1967 Kaiser Jeep was later used around Harrisburg as a brush truck. When we purchased it, it was adorned with Smokey the Bear and an eye-catching lime green color, earning the nickname “Green Machine”. In an effort to promote tourism, we had a vehicle wrap and decorations put on it by Sign Innovation. Be sure to wave when you see it!
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2025 Experience Butler County PA Partner Grant Application
The purpose of the Experience Butler County PA grant program is to enhance the tourism experience, increase tourism visitation and overnight stays within Butler County, Pennsylvania.
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