The Alleghenies Tourism Council (ATC) was established as a recognized advisory committee of Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission in 1995.
Generally, the council includes:
- Representatives from eight Convention & Visitor’s Bureaus (CVBs)
- Two locally elected officials
- One representative from the heritage community
- A representative from the economic development community
- A representative from the planning community
- A representative from the PA Office of Travel and Tourism.
The ATC seeks to improve the economic welfare of The Alleghenies by supporting and developing tourism.
The Council serves as a catalyst for developing and delivering an integrated tourism program. ATC identifies resources available from the region’s designated CVBs and recognized shareholders and partners in order to develop and implement effective tourism programs for the region.
The Council’s vision is to create awareness and recognition of The Alleghenies as one of the nation’s leading outdoor recreation and heritage tourism destinations.