history

Education

PA State Tree: Eastern Hemlock – Lesson Plans

Teachers and parents, are you searching for meaningful, interactive resources to spark your students’ curiosity about history, conservation, and the legacy of the Eastern Hemlock Tree in Pennsylvania? Look no further! The Lumber Heritage Region is thrilled to offer thoughtfully d... Read more

Museums

Cameron County Little Museum

The Cameron County Little Museum, located near Emporium, Pennsylvania, is a small but fascinating local history museum dedicated to preserving and showcasing the heritage of Cameron County. Originally a two room school house for Lumber Township in Sterling Run, the museum feature... Read more

McKean County

Prospect Hill Fire Tower Project – Phase I

The McKean County Historical Society begins the phased project to restore a fire tower and preserve a community's heritage and history. Read more

Education

Underground Railroad Lesson Plans

Explore the Underground Railroad in Pennsylvania’s Lumber Heritage Region The Underground Railroad was a secret network that helped enslaved people escape to freedom, and Pennsylvania’s Lumber Heritage Region played a vital role in this historic movement. Daniel Hughes, a lumb... Read more

Heritage

The Legacy of the Moon Trees: Living Relics and Future Generations

Explore what 'Moon Trees' are, what they represent, and the connection between the Earth's Forests and the night sky. Learn more about this unique heritage and some of the places it continues to grow within the Lumber Heritage Region under some of the darkest skies East of the Mi... Read more

News & Updates

Climbing for Conservation: Van Wagner’s 53rd Climb Elevates Forest Awareness

Van Wagner’s 53rd tree climb in Jefferson County highlights the importance of Pennsylvania’s forests, their connection to our heritage, and the role of sustainable management. Hosted by the Lumber Heritage Region, this climb was part of his mission to ascend the tallest tree at t... Read more

The Lumber Heritage Trail

Stop #5 – Discover the Mt. Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Club

Welcome to the Mt. Jewett to Kinzua Bridge (MJ2KB) Trail Club, your gateway to exploring the rich history and natural beauty of the Pennsylvania Wilds. The MJ2KB Trail Club is dedicated to preserving and promoting a vital segment of the Knox & Kane Rail Trail, which spans 7.8 mil... Read more

Our Partners

THE LITTLE MUSUEM

Located in the historic Lumber Township County School in Sterling Run, PA, The Little Museum offers a treasure trove of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the rich heritage of Cameron County, Pennsylvania. Boasting over 15,000 items on display, with an equal number in storage, ... Read more