Nittany Lion Shrine

When one thinks of Penn State, the most common image associated with it is the Lion's Paw print that you see on the backs of various alumni's cars.  The pride that the students and alumni of this school show in their Nittany Lion mascot is second to none.  When visiting the college, the biggest draw for all cameras is the Nittany Lion, located in a central portion of the campus.  This statue is impressive and, as you can see below, photographs very well.  Whether you're a Penn State fan or not, if you're ever in the State College area, you should grab a quick snapshot with the pride of the town, the Nittany Lion.

Palmer Museum of Art

Located in the heart of Penn State's main campus in State College, PA is the Palmer Museum of Art.  The entrance to the building is impressive, as it features two stone "Lion's Paws" on the entryway, symbolic of the college's Nittany Lion mascot.

Inside, you'll find a quaint museum, featuring works of various genres of art ranging from American contemporary to African and Asian sculptures.  The museum is about two floors and, unless you are a true art enthusiast that spends lots of time studying paintings, you will spend about an hour in here to explore all the various galleries.

If you're on campus at any point in time, it's definitely worth checking out for a little bit, especially as the admission price is free (although donations are always appreciated by the museum).