Founded in 1893 by Antonio Zambelli, Zambelli Fireworks is a family business that produces fireworks and pyrotechnic displays, with a history rooted in manufacturing in New Castle, Pennsylvania. Now in its fourth generation, the company produces more than 1,600 displays annually across the United States and internationally, and is known for large-scale productions such as Thunder Over Louisville.
International Fireworks Manufacturing CoSince 1906, International Fireworks Manufacturing Co. has made fireworks and produced professional pyrotechnic displays, from community celebrations to presidential inaugurations. Still family-owned and operated by the Serpico family in Douglassville, Pennsylvania, the company has performed tens of thousands of shows and operates a year-round consumer showroom. It is also the only domestic manufacturer of visco safety fuse, made at its Pennsylvania facility.DOUGLASSVILLE, PA
Starfire CorporationFor nearly 50 years, Starfire Corporation has staged turnkey entertainment productions built around fireworks and pyrotechnics, combining them with effects such as flame and lasers for audiences across the nation. The company grew from Vince Terrizzi Sr.’s decades of training under old-world fireworks masters and remains a family operation involving his wife Jean, daughter Linda, and son Vince Jr. Based in Pennsylvania, Starfire choreographs productions to musical scores and handles the event process from permitting through production, with special effects manufactured at its U.S. facilities.325920CARROLLTOWN, PA
Legion Fireworks Co., IncFounded in 1920 by Joseph Chiarella, Legion Fireworks creates and stages professional fireworks displays across New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. The company still uses many of Chiarella’s Italian shell-building methods, while its pyro-artists develop fresh aerial combinations and firing sequences for events including weddings. Frank Coluccio has led Legion as president since taking over in 1981.WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY
Lotus Fireworks CoLotus Fireworks Co. combines a Grantville retail and wholesale fireworks operation with an on-site museum devoted to the history of pyrotechnics. Serving the public for 40 years, the company keeps most prices steady year-round and offers quantity discounts rather than padding assortments with filler items. Its museum preserves legal fireworks and related artifacts dating from the 1800s through the mid-20th century, giving the store an unusual collector’s and educational side.GRANTVILLE, PA