September’s shaping up to be a whole lot of fun, brimming with festivals and other fun activities. One of the most treasured annual festivals, the PA Heritage Festival in Pennsylvania, returns, too. The weekend will be jam-packed with Civil War reenactments, demonstrations, and an arts and crafts show. Bring the kiddos along, too, to give them a peek at the past and to enjoy the full menu of kids’ activities.
The PA Heritage Festival returns to Troy on September 18-19, 2021. Saturday’s hours run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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This year’s theme, “Warriors, Wigwam, & Wampum” will provide insight on the Native Americans from Pennsylvania with an assortment of exhibits and a life-size wigwam.
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Pennsylvania also played a role in the Underground Railroad. Guests will have the opportunity to learn more about that role during the weekend.
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Civil War reenactments will also take place throughout the festival. Pennsylvania was, of course, home to the bloodiest battle of the war, the Battle of Gettysburg.
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Be sure to stop by the Civil War encampment too. Living history and flax demonstrations are also planned.
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If you’re bringing the kiddos along, they’ll love the many children’s activities - from mini pumpkin chucking to making scarecrows.
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Slip on your dancing shoes so you can join the McNett Band Square Dance.
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You never know the goodies you’ll find at the artisan marketplace. Food vendors will also join in on the fun.
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Stop by the official website of the PA Heritage Festival for more information. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Have you been to the PA Heritage Festival in Pennsylvania? What’d you think? Share your experience in the comments! Still looking for fun ways to spend September? Mark your calendar for the annual Hamburg-er Festival in Pennsylvania.
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