The Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation is to generate investments of public and private funds that enhance and support the goals of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission to inspire others to use Pennsylvania's history in meaningful ways.
Pennsylvania’s Underrecognized History
Our second annual PHF Essay Scholarship is here!
We are asking applicants to prepare an essay of up to 1,500 words about a person, location, or event that has been underrecognized in Pennsylvania History.
Two cash awards of $1,000 and three awards of $500 will be presented for the best essays received. Eligible applicants should be current Pennsylvania residents attending a two or four-year college or university in the Fall of 2025 and pursuing a course of study in History or an allied field.
Click to learn more or to apply
Mark Your Calendar for June 7th!
You will visit:
Brandywine Battlefield
Longwood Gardens
Family Style Dinner Included
Bus Departs from Camp Hill, PA
Details to follow very soon!
In the Winter months, some of the sites on the Pennsylvania Trails of history enter "hibernation" while some reduce their hours. Several sites have grounds that are open for walking and hiking (no facilities). Click to view the updated information.
Because weather conditions vary across the state, PLEASE contact the individual sites before venturing out.
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