Blog of the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office

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Anusha Khansaheb is the Education & Special Initiatives Coordinator for PA SHPO.

Cool Down this Summer with Ice Cream from PA’s Many Historic Ice Cream Shops!

In the words of Pennsylvania native P!nk, pop-rock singer and performer, “Cover me in Sunshine, Shower me with good times!” It’s finally summer in Pennsylvania and it’s National Ice Cream Month so while you’re out soaking up the sun this summer, be sure to cool down with ice cream from one of Pennsylvania’s many local historic ice cream shops. Many of them hold fond memories for Pennsylvanians and continue to be cornerstones of neighborhoods. Check out what PA SHPO Staff said were some of their favorites!

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PA SHPO is Hiring a Historic Preservation Supervisor!

Are you passionate about conserving resources in Pennsylvania for the benefit of future generations? The Historical & Museum Commission is searching for a Historic Preservation Supervisor – Above Ground to assist the PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) to support project reviews, lead a dedicated team, and work closely with state and federal partners. Your leadership will help improve planning, education, and documentation efforts statewide. If you want to make a positive impact on Pennsylvania’s historic resources, this position gives you that chance!

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PA SHPO is Hiring a Western Region Community Preservation Coordinator!

Are you interested in helping preserve places that tell Pennsylvania’s history? If so, join the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission as a Western PA Community Preservation Coordinator in the PA State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO). This position is responsible for providing technical preservation assistance to municipalities and partner organization across the region. You will have the opportunity to evaluate historic resources for National Register eligibility, support Certified Local Governments, and collaborate on State Historic Preservation Office initiatives, including partnership work with PennDOT.

Don’t miss out on this unique career opportunity! Apply today through 3/31/2026 to become an essential part of our team where you will play a vital role in our mission to discover, protect, and share Pennsylvania’s past, inspiring others to value and use our history in meaningful ways.

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PA SHPO is Hiring an Environmental Review Above Ground Supervisor!

Are you a cultural resources professional with collaboration, outreach, and education skills?  Do you want to join a team of dedicated preservationists, historians, archaeologists, and planners working with people and organizations across the Commonwealth?  If you have the experience and training to be an Above Ground Supervisor to coordinate the office’s above ground environmental review program, we have the job for you!

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