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Calendar of Dedication Events

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Since 1946, Pennsylvanians have gathered to unveil, dedicate, and celebrate the installation of new historical markers. Virtually all of these ceremonies are public events, and you're invited to attend those held near where you live or whose subject matter interests you.

Visit this page often, as new events will be listed as soon as they are confirmed. Information is subject to change. Please E-mail kgalle@pa.gov or phone (717) 705-4266 for information on the Historical Marker Program.

Pennsylvania Historical Marker Dedication Information

Sunday
May 20
2:00 PM

Friedenshuetten

A Moravian mission founded by David Zeisberger. It operated in Wyalusing for about 10 years before the Indians were led west by the Moravian pastors. NOTE: This is the rededication of a replacement marker for one that had been missing for many years.

Rt. 6, just east of Moravian Rd., SE of Wyalusing

Local Sponsor: Wyalusing Community Corp.

Sunday
June 5
10:00 AM

Monongehela River Navigation System

This system of locks and dams connects southwestern PA with the nation’s extensive inland river navigation system managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The improved navigation it provided aided in the growth of PA coal, steel, and glass industries, and its impact on trade is still felt today.

Bunola Rd., Elizabeth Lock & Dam, Elizabeth, PA

Local Sponsor: US Army Corps of Engineers

Thursday
June 7
3:00 PM

Beginning of Agricultural Cooperative Extension

Established in 1910 by the US Dept. of Agriculture in Bedford County, it was the first agency of its kind in the nation. The County Agent provided practical advice on farming and gardening as well as consumer economics and nutrition to rural residents. The Cooperative Extension program improved food production across the state and nation, and is still in existence today.

3744 Pitt St. (Rt. 30), Schellsburg

Local Sponsor: PSU Cooperative Extension & Schellsburg Historical Soc.

Saturday
June 16
11:00 AM

US Sanitary Commission Great Central Fair

Created in 1861 by Pres. Lincoln, the US Sanitary Commission coordinated efforts of volunteers that wanted to contribute to the Civil War effort. The Great Central Fair was held in Phila. to raise money for the war, and Abraham Lincoln spoke at this event.

Logan Sq., 18th & Ben Franklin Pkway, near Swann Fountain, Philadelphia

Local Sponsor: Pepper Hamilton, LLP

Saturday
June 23
11:30AM

Union Local 471 American Federation of Musicians

NOTE DATE CHANGE - Members of this union local played a leading role in the integration of Pittsburgh’s musical scene – a national center for jazz. Interesting story about the integration of the Pittsburgh jazz scene – both performers and audiences while its African American members struggled against discrimination.

Crawford St. between Wiley & Webster Aves., Pittsburgh

Local Sponsor: African American Jazz Preservation Soc.

Late
June
TBD

River Brethren

Site of the establishment of the River Brethren denomination, subsequently Brethren in Christ, in the late 1770s. This sect is one of the earliest indigenous American religious denominations. It has spread to 23 other states and several other countries.

1240 Sagerville Rd., Bainbridge

Local Sponsor: Brethren in Christ Historical Soc.

TBD
POSTPONED
TBD

1910 Bethlehem Steel Strike

The steel strike over pay cuts and poor work conditions attracted national attention and contributed to the legislation that mandated an 8-hour workday and gave Congress the power to regulate hours of labor.

E Third & Pierce Sts., Bethlehem

Local Sponsor: Lehigh Valley Labor Council