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RiverRoots: PA German Influence on American Identity
River Roots is Susquehanna NHA’s blog series featuring history from York and Lancaster Counties that showcases the Susquehanna River’s historic, cultural, and natural resources contributions to our nation’s heritage. They […]
Lecture250 Program coming to York
Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA) has received a grant through America250PA’s Lecture250 program to support their upcoming presentation, “Creating an American Identity on Native Landscapes”. The funding will help us offer […]
Riverfest 2026 to Ignite the Susquehanna with Full Weekend of History, Music, Tours, and Fiery Sunday Finale
Columbia – Wrightsville, PA — The Susquehanna River’s most dramatic history celebration returns June 26–28, 2026, as Riverfest brings together dozens of heritage organizations, immersive tours, outdoor recreation, live music, […]
Mifflin Project Update – May 2026
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of speaking with six individuals or groups who are interested in visiting the Historic Mifflin Farm this season. As the weather warms, people are looking […]
Ringing in 250
Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA) is inviting youth and families to take part in Ringing in 250: Stories from the Susquehanna, a hands-on art program celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary […]
Landmark Sponsorship will make a historic Riverfest Finale
Louise Steinman von Hess Foundation Makes Historic Riverfest Finale Possible with Landmark Sponsorship The Susquehanna National Heritage Area (SNHA) is proud to announce a transformative sponsorship from the Louise Steinman […]
Partners Seek to Protect Cuffs Run in Federal Court
Partners File Arguments in Case Challenging FERC’s Decision on Cuffs Run Pumped Storage Facility On Dec. 18, 2025, a coalition of conservation, recreation, and environmental organizations filed its opening brief […]
2025 Year in Review at the Historic Mifflin Farm
2025 Year in Review In 2025, the Susquehanna Discovery Center & Heritage Park at the Historic Mifflin Farm crossed a historic threshold. What began more than seven years ago as […]
Mifflin Project Update
October 2025
Two weeks ago, the Susquehanna Discovery Center & Heritage Park Task Force, a group of local volunteers, met to celebrate the last year’s accomplishments. Almost exactly one year earlier, this […]
Visions of the Susquehanna Art Collection Expands
Visions of the Susquehanna Art Collection Expands Susquehanna National Heritage Area’s Visions of the Susquehanna Art Collection increased by three original weavings. Three unique works, The Sentinel, Urey Overlook, and […]