Category: A250

Announcing the 2026 Archaeology Month Lineup

August 25, 2026 / nicholaszeitlin / 0 Comments

Archaeology Month is just around the corner!

Every October, events and programs are held across Pennsylvania to celebrate the commonwealth’s deep past. PA SHPO partner agencies and organizations, including the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology (SPA) and their local chapters, the Pennsylvania Archaeological Council (PAC), local historical societies and universities, offer public archaeology programs for all ages to highlight their region’s archaeological and historical significance.

We know you’re as busy as we are, so save these dates now so you don’t miss out!

Marking the Journey, Part 3: American Experiment

August 19, 2026 / allidavis / 0 Comments

It’s time once again for the latest installment of Marking the Journey, a storymap covering a series of marker trails aimed at telling both familiar and lesser-known stories in Pennsylvania’s history. The series encourage visitors to build a deeper and more meaningful connection to the past during the America250 celebrations.

Marking the Journey, Part 2: Power of Place

March 25, 2026 / allidavis / 0 Comments

We are officially into 2026 and the beginning celebrations of America250! The Historical Marker Program continues Marking the Journey with our second trail: Power of Place. These trails highlight both familiar and lesser-known stories, encouraging visitors to build a deeper and more meaningful connection to the past.

Pennsylvania’s Newest Historical Markers!

January 14, 2026 / allidavis / 0 Comments

The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) recently approved an additional 9 new historical markers, to the previously approved 47 markers in September. Many of these markers will contribute to Pennsylvania’s celebration of America250, while others contribute to Native American history and religious tolerance.

Hello, 2026!

January 7, 2026 / Andrea L. MacDonald / 0 Comments

Leading up to the new year, enthusiasm at PA SHPO was building as we plan to welcome new staff, commit to fulfilling our NAGPRA responsibilities, honor America’s 250^th anniversary, and unload a sleigh-full of enhancements to PA-SHARE.

Collage of ten different photographs around the text your favorite posts of 2025.

These are a few of YOUR favorite things…

December 31, 2025 / Shelby Weaver Splain / 0 Comments

I’ll start by offering an apology to anyone who now has this holiday classic from the Sound of Music running on a loop in their head. I was looking for a new twist on our traditional end-of-year blog highlights and the “My Favorite Things” song kept popping up in my mind.

Marking the Journey, Part 1: We the People

November 26, 2025 / allidavis / 0 Comments

Back in July, we announced the Historical Marker Program’s plans to recognize Pennsylvania’s role in U.S. history during the Semiquincentennial with a series of marker trails. These trails highlight both familiar and lesser-known stories, encouraging visitors to build a deeper and more meaningful connection to the past. Now, the first installment of Marking the Journey is live and ready to explore!

Category: A250

Announcing the 2026 Archaeology Month Lineup

Marking the Journey, Part 3: American Experiment

Marking the Journey, Part 2: Power of Place

Pennsylvania’s Newest Historical Markers!

Marking the Journey, Part 1: We the People

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