Скачать или смотреть 2026 take: Schindler hydraulic elevator at Tom Ridge Environmental Center. Erie, PA

I have not been to the Tom Ridge Environmental Center in a really long time so it was so amazing to be back here again! While I was here, I decided to get an updated take of this elevator that serves the observation tower. What I like about this elevator is the motor, the chimes, and how nice the cabs is. But it's unfortunately very slow for an observation tower. I highly recommend you ride this elevator.

This elevator also serves the basement, the basement was actually unlocked a couple times since workers had to do some work to the building.

They also have a smaller Schindler elevator that serves the office. But unfortunately, it was out of order when I was here.

The office elevator is open Mondays thru Fridays (Weekdays) from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST

The view from the top is amazing! You can see Lake Erie, Waldameer Park, and Ravine Flyer II!

Filmed: January 19, 2026

Camera: iPhone 17 Pro Max

Installed: 2004

Brand: Schindler

Type of elevator: Passenger/Freight elevator

Motor: Below ground hydraulic ram

Total floors: 4

Total doors: 4

B: Basement storage rooms, labs, building mechanical rooms

1: 1st floor exhibits, Big Green Screen, Erie Welcome Center, classrooms, outdoor playground, gift shop, restrooms, park office elevator lobby, 1st floor labs.

2: 2nd floor exhibits

T: Observation Tower

Hope you enjoy!

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