The Todd House "A Victorian Bed & Breakfast"

06/14/2026

Beaver County BOOM 250 presented by Visit Beaver County would not be complete without an Air Heritage Aviation Museum flyover by the Douglas C47 Skytrain "Luck of the Irish".

"Air Heritage Aviation Museum is dedicated to advancing the understanding and appreciation of our aeronautical history. Through research, education, and preservation efforts, we strive to support individuals and organizations engaged in similar pursuits.

We are committed to the operation and maintenance of a world-class aviation museum and restoration facility at the Beaver County Airport, where we can showcase our collection of historically significant aircraft, materials, and artifacts for the benefit of future generations."

Flyover will be at 7PM on June 27th!

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

High Tea at the Todd House Bed & Breakfast

04/17/2026

In the heart of historic Beaver, Shell LiveWire Pennsylvania members Jim and Linda Todd have created a timeless retreat inside their beautifully restored 1873 French Second Empire Victorian home.

Jim spent five years bringing the house back to its original grandeur – a restoration honored by Beaver Borough for its historic preservation. For more than 37 years, the home has served as a charming bed and breakfast, blending period elegance with modern comfort.

Guests enjoy Linda’s signature breakfasts, like stuffed French toast and seasonal quiche, served in a Victorian-inspired dining room. Outside, a hand-laid patio, wraparound porch, and curated gardens offer peaceful spaces to unwind. Each guest room is uniquely furnished with antiques and thoughtful touches, while evenings often end with quiet conversation in the parlor accompanied by the Victrola or player piano.

Jim and Linda provide more than lodging at The Todd House "A Victorian Bed & Breakfast" – they offer a warm, enduring experience rooted in craft, history, and genuine hospitality.

03/08/2026

Did you know?

Around 1884, Mr. Merrick added a second floor to the original structure to serve as his gallery and studio. At about that same time, he earnestly began to buy paintings for the gallery and studio and realized he needed more space.

In 1888, he acquired property adjacent to the south of the gallery and expanded it to include another two-story building that contained a gameroom with a billiard table and his taxidermy collection, and a gallery on the second floor.

Over the next ten years or so, Merrick's art collection expanded significantly, much of it being purchased in New York City. Again in 1898, he realized the need for more space and purchased property to the west of the gallery that also contained a Methodist Church.

Without removing the church, he constructed a second two-story structure equal in size to the first. A courtyard lay between the two buildings, which were connected by a covered bridge.

03/08/2026

A tunnel underneath the Merrick Art Gallery that was actually used for / during the underground Railroad here in Beaver County.

Photo: underneath Merrick Art Gallery
New Brighton,Penna

03/07/2026

Shell LiveWire is Shell’s global flagship enterprise development and social investment program designed to strengthen local economies by promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and meaningful employment.

Launched in 1982, it now operates in 18 countries across six continents, providing training, mentorship, and practical support to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and sustain their businesses.

This year, we brought the program to Shell Polymers Monaca to help spark local entrepreneurial growth. We’ll be featuring the Pennsylvania participants and the stories behind their emerging businesses in the weeks ahead. We can’t wait for you to get to know the local businesses driving innovation right here in Beaver County!

03/07/2026

Did you know president Abraham Lincoln once visited the Beaver Valley? President Abraham Lincoln made a brief and secret visit close to Beaver Falls in May 1861... He rode the Canal boat, Jack Boyle... his two youngest sons, bodyguards, a secretary, several relatives, along with his wife, Mary Todd Lincoln rode along with him... you can see Lincoln in the middle of this picture with his famous top hat on...
Photo courtesy of Harold E Boyer from the "Pictorial Review of the Beaver Valley, PA" book presented by the Beaver County Times...