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Be an advocate for Pennsylvania! Act now to save state funding for arts & culture, public libraries and history programs.

Cuts in state funding would have a profound impact on PHC's ability to deliver programming across the Commonwealth. If you’ve been to a Commonwealth Speakers presentation, a Read About It! book discussion or participated in a Live & Learn Weekend, you know who powerful our programs can be.

Contact your state representative or senator today and express your concern. Together we can make a difference. Read more. . .

Grants in Action!


American Indian Living History Celebration
July 11 & 12

This two-day celebration interprets the history, lifestyle, culture and military techniques of Eastern Woodland Indians through the display of traditional skills. Interactive demonstrations on artillery, fire-starting, cooking, bone jewelry, quilling, weaving, music, weapons, lacrosse, tattooing and native plants make up the program. Presented by Friendship Hill Association.

Upcoming Events

"Show me the Franklins! Remembering the Ancestors, Slavery and Benjamin Franklin"
Friday, July 3
Philadelphia

"Show me the Franklins! Remembering the Ancestors, Slavery and Benjamin Franklin"
Wednesday, July 8
Philadelphia

"Songs of the Labor Movement"
Thursday, July 9
Cranberry

"Old Buildings for Young People"
Friday, July 10
Pittsburgh

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