As an American, this year is one of monumental importance – 2026 marks the 250 th anniversary (also known as the Semiquincentennial) of the United States Declaration of Independence, officially celebrated on July 4, 2026. This nationwide commemoration celebrates the nation’s history, founding…
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Union County Historical Highlight: 18 th Century Dissenters Were Key to America’s Early Pursuit of Liberty Dotted with scenic farmscapes and historic downtowns, Union County was established in March 1813 from a portion of Northumberland County. The name “Union” was intentional – it was a clear nod…
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Snyder County Historical Highlight: A Hidden Gem – The Historical Society’s On-Site Museum Did you know that Snyder County is named for Simon Snyder, a resident of Selinsgrove who served as Pennsylvania’s third governor from 1808 to 1817? Snyder rose to political prominence despite having little…
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Northumberland County Historical Highlight: Notable Residents included Chief Shikellamy, Joseph Priestley and Thomas Edison While Northumberland County covers a lot of ground today, several hundred years ago it was so expansive that six counties were formed out of it, according to Northumberland…
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Are you a history buff or do you find history a bit of a…bore? (Our goal is to inspire those in the latter category.) Regardless of your historical leanings, the Susquehanna River Valley has more than a dozen historic sites to explore, plus seasonal heritage festivals that truly bring the past alive…
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