HeritagePA Begins Celebrations In PA’s 12 Heritage Areas On The 5th Fridays Sept. 29

Five Fridays in one month only occurs a few times a year. HeritagePA has decided to use those days to encourage Pennsylvanians to take in the history and heritage of their region.

During each 5th Friday through the end of 2018, there will be community events held throughout the different heritage areas.

"Our state's 12 unique heritage areas are not only teeming with history and heritage, but with plenty of things to do. We know some people aren't aware of everything we have to offer. Our 5th Friday celebrations are just one way we are continuing to educate and bring communities together," said Jane Sheffield, President of HeritagePA.

Below is a glimpse of what is going on during September's 5th Friday, which occurs on September 29--

-- National Road Heritage Corridor

  --  Washington Libations Locations Poker Stroll - Participants will enjoy live music, local art, and museums.

  -- Pot Still Pub event - Stop by to shoot pool, throw darts or challenge your friends to a game of corn hole.

-- Lumber Heritage Region & PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor

  -- 5th Friday at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum - Any visitors to the museum on that day that mention HeritagePA 5th Friday will be eligible to receive a complimentary admission with a purchase of a regular admission of equal value. In partnership with PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor, they will also be premiering a short PA Route 6 video.

-- Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor

  -- Visit the National Canal Museum - Come spend the day with us. Take a canal boat ride. Listen to stories of the old canal days inside the museum and more.

  -- Rock and Roll Man: The Alan Freed Story - This high-energy musical uncovers the true story of Alan Freed - the Father of Rock and Roll.

-- Oil Region National Heritage Area

  -- Live Musical - "Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka" - This fantastical, scrumdiddlyumptious musical is performed by the talented actors, singers, and dancers of the Franklin Civic Operetta Association.

-- Susquehanna Heritage Area

  -- Zimmerman Center for Heritage - The Zimmerman Center will extend its regular weekend programming to include HeritagePA's 5th Friday.

  -- Columbia Crossing River Trails Center - Current Color: A Year on the River is a special exhibit presenting the work of local artist Diana Thomas.

To learn more about these events, visit the website here.

September 29 isn't the only 5th Friday that HeritagePA will be celebrating. Upcoming 5th Fridays are December 29, 2017; March 30, 2018; June 29, 2018; August 31, 2018; November 30, 2018.

Look out for more information and events on these dates in the future.

For more information on Pennsylvania’s Heritage Areas, visit the Heritage PA website.