State History
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8 Pennsylvania town names that will make you blush
How did Pennsylvania towns like Climax and Intercourse get their chuckle-inducing names? Read on and find out.
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10 July events in Pennsylvania you need to know about
Celebrations honoring the nation’s 250th birthday, America’s pastime, and the pickle (yes, the pickle) are among the big events happening across Pennsylvania in July.
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Pennsylvania’s majestic fortresses: Exploring the enchanting realm of 9 castles you can visit
The Keystone State has no shortage of grand, stone structures you can visit to learn about history, admire the architecture, or just pretend you’re royalty for the day.
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The real founding fathers of Pennsylvania: 9 Indigenous tribes that came first
Long before Pennsylvania was Pennsylvania, Indigenous tribes thrived here—and many still do.
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These Pa. towns were named after signers of the Declaration of Independence
Nine Pennsylvanians signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and centuries later, the state proudly boasts numerous municipalities that share names with those men.
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The fascinating history behind Pennsylvania’s oldest cities
With America’s 250th just around the corner, trace the roots of our country’s history by visiting some of the oldest cities in the commonwealth, each of which have fascinating origin stories.
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You can take a visitor to one Pa. landmark for America’s 250th. What is it?
From Independence Hall in Philadelphia, to Valley Forge, to Gettysburg, to Fort Pitt, you’ll find landmarks throughout Pennsylvania that loom large in the history of our country.
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Trump administration can replace Washington slavery exhibit in Philadelphia, appeals court says
The Trump administration can replace a slavery exhibit at George Washington’s home in Philadelphia, a federal appeals court panel said Thursday, striking down a lower court’s injunction that required the National Park Service to reinstall the interpretive panels.
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Bucks County African American Museums preps to open with special gift
The African American Museum of Bucks County is putting the finishing touches on its new permanent location opening to the public June 20.
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How to recognize Juneteenth in Pennsylvania: From community celebrations to historic reenactments
Celebrate freedom and Black resilience at Juneteenth celebrations and events across Pennsylvania.
