Our Heritage
Discover the rich history and cultural legacy of Pennsylvania’s lumber industry. From historic logging camps to the rise of sustainable forestry practices, explore how the region’s forests shaped communities, industries, and traditions. Explore the stories of early loggers, the evolution of timber technologies, and the enduring connection between Pennsylvania’s forests and its people.
Heritage
The Lumber Heritage Region’s Diversity Study explores the overlooked contributions of marginalized communities to Pennsylvania’s lumber heritage. Through research and storytelling, this study brings to light the vital roles these individuals played—challenging traditional narrati... Read more
Heritage
This project aims to share the rich generational history of local families involved in the forest products industry and inspire locals to explore career opportunities in their own backyards. Read more
Heritage
This project aims to share the rich generational history of local families involved in the forest products industry and inspire locals to explore career opportunities in their own backyards. Read more
Roots Uncovered
The Wheeler and Dusenbury Lumber Company played a pivotal role in shaping Pennsylvania’s Lumber Heritage Region during the early 20th century. With vast holdings of pine, hemlock, and hardwood in Warren and Forest counties Read more
Roots Uncovered
Carol Zuzek’s story is one of determination, skill, and resilience. As a trailblazer in Pennsylvania’s lumber industry, Carol not only contributed to her family’s business but also redefined the role of women in a field traditionally dominated by men. Read more
Roots Uncovered
The story of Annie Myers is one of resilience, determination, and adaptability. Growing up in the Pennsylvania Lumber Heritage Region, Annie’s life reflects the challenges and opportunities of living in a community shaped by the lumber industry. Read more
Roots Uncovered
The life of Minnie Showers Test provides a unique and vivid account of growing up in Pennsylvania’s lumber camps during the early 20th century. Read more
Roots Uncovered
The early 20th century was a time of intense activity in Pennsylvania’s lumber camps, where the work was grueling and the environment often isolating. Read more
Roots Uncovered
In the late 19th century, Pennsylvania’s lumber camps were bustling hubs of activity, with workers depending on the camp cooks for their daily sustenance. The quality and quantity of food served at these camps could make or break a crew’s morale Read more
Roots Uncovered
When we think of Pennsylvania’s lumber industry, images of rugged woodhicks and towering trees often come to mind. Yet, behind the scenes, women played critical roles in the success of lumber camps. Read more
Roots Uncovered
Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania's Lumber Heritage Region, Forest County is home to rich stories of resilience, hard work, and community. One of these stories centers on Bertha Whitton. Read more
Roots Uncovered
The Underground Railroad is one of the most profound examples of resistance against slavery in American history. This clandestine network helped enslaved individuals escape from bondage in the South, often guiding them to freedom in the North or even as far as Canada. Read more
Roots Uncovered
Scipio Kane’s story begins in courage and resilience. As a runaway slave, Kane escaped the bonds of oppression and found a new life as an aide and valet to General Thomas Kane, a prominent abolitionist and leader of Pennsylvania’s Bucktail Regiment during the Civil War. Read more
Roots Uncovered
The lumber industry in Pennsylvania is often associated with rugged woodhicks and sprawling forests, but the contributions of women were just as vital to its success. Read more
Roots Uncovered
The story of Rose Simcic Ulyan and her daughter Mary Bizzak is a testament to the resilience and determination of women who lived and worked in Pennsylvania’s lumber camps. Born in Austria, Rose immigrated to the United States with her husband, Joe Ulyan Read more
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