HeritagePA / Uncovering PA Travel Feature: Experiencing the History of the...
By Jim Cheney Originally published on UncoveringPA.com. There’s nothing better than a road trip, and if you love history, taking a road trip along the Historic National Road in Pennsylvania is a...
View ArticleSchuylkill River Heritage Area Autumn Hawk Watch
Autumn Hawk Watch season is underway. The Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in the Schuylkill River Heritage Area offers eight miles of hiking trails and mountaintop vistas where you can watch the migration of...
View Article2018 “River of the Year” Nominations Open
It’s time to pick the 2018 River of the Year. Administered by The Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers (POWR), the winning river will receive a $10,000 leadership grant from the...
View ArticleGuide to Motorcycle Loops From US Route 6 Available
Named by National Geographic as “One of America’s most scenic drives” and the #1 Motorcycle Road in the Northeast by Motorcycleroads.com, US Route 6 in Pennsylvania is the heart of the American Dream....
View ArticleThe Columbia Crossing River Trails Center Surpasses 45,000 Visitors to Date
The Columbia River Trails Center opened in March 2016 and has now surpassed 45,000 visitors. Enjoy this birds-eye-view of the center and Columbia River Park and plan a visit today. Find more...
View ArticleSchuylkill River Heritage Area Announces Name Change and New Logo
POTTSTOWN—The Schuylkill River Heritage Area announced Thursday its new organizational identity that includes changing its name to Schuylkill River Greenways NHA, and revising its logo. Both the new...
View ArticleShop & Dine Local in the Allegheny Ridge Heritage Area
Just in time for needing-gifts-for-everyone season (or something for yourself), the folks from the Allegheny Ridge Heritage Area have created a handy rundown of local shopping and dining spots in three...
View ArticleSupport PA’s Heritage Areas On #GivingTuesday
Join the #GivingTuesday movement by supporting Pennsylvania’s Heritage Areas. Your contribution will help them continue to serve their communities. Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor...
View ArticleAnnouncing Stewardship Fund for Coal Oil Johnny House
A stewardship fund established to help finance the ongoing preservation and operation of the Coal Oil Johnny House is being introduced during a public December 12 Birthday Party celebrating its...
View ArticleCelebrate 5th Fridays with HeritagePA
As we greet the new year, make a resolution to support your local creators and makers. Use this extra Friday to take in the history, heritage, and creativity of Pennsylvania while supporting local...
View ArticleJoin in on the Family Fun at PEEPSFEST®
Time: Saturday, December 30, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, December 31, 10:00 am – 5:30 pm Location: SteelStacks Join the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor for family fun at PEEPSFEST®, the...
View ArticleRing in the New Year at Gateway Lodge with a Special Travel Package
Take advantage of the Gateway Lodge New Year’s Eve Package, December 29th – January 1st. Ring in the new year at the Gateway Lodge in the Lumber Heritage Region. The package includes three nights in a...
View ArticleExplore the PA Route 6 Artisan Trail
The PA Route 6 Artisan Trail celebrates a variety of makers, from fine winemakers and distilleries to wood carving artists and colorful glassware makers. Learn more about these artisans and makers...
View ArticleNature Art Showcase is Free to Public during Franklin on Ice
The public is welcome to attend the free indoor Third Annual Nature Art Showcase in downtown Franklin during the February 2 and 3 Franklin On Ice festivities. This combination art exhibition and art...
View Article“The Context and Celebrity of Coal Oil Johnny” Workshop
The Oil City Library will be the site for a workshop from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Saturday, February 10 to explore the celebrity “Coal Oil Johnny.” This workshop, presented by oil historian Neil...
View ArticleWinners from Third Annual Nature Art Showcase Announced
Attendees at last weekend’s Third Annual Nature Art Showcase cast ballots for the “People’s Choice” awards while they viewed more than 70 items displayed in the main lobby of the Barrow-Civic Theatre...
View ArticleMini-Grant Opportunity
The Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor has announced a second funding opportunity for nonprofits and municipalities along the historic Lincoln Highway in Westmoreland, Somerset, Bedford, Fulton,...
View ArticleHistoric Century Inn in Washington County will reopen on Feb. 21
The 224-year-old inn situated along the National Road Heritage Corridor suffered a fire in 2015 and renovations will finally be finished on February 21, 2018. CLICK HERE for more information on Century...
View ArticleThe 14th Annual Maple Weekend: March 17 – 18
The 14th Annual Maple Weekend, March 17 – 18, 2018, in Potter and Tioga Counties is a tribute to maple you won’t want to miss. Download the brochure to map out your route through the 17 maple farms...
View ArticleCelebrate 5th Fridays with HeritagePA
Spring is about to be sprung! Shake off your cabin fever by exploring through PA’s 12 heritage areas. Use this extra Friday to take in the history, heritage, and creativity of Pennsylvania while...
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