Welcome to PHMC!
Created in 1945, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is responsible for the collection, conservation, and interpretation of Pennsylvania's historic heritage, which we accomplish through the Pennsylvania State Archives, the State Museum of Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Trails of History (historic sites and museums), the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office, and the Bureau of Management Services.
PHMC invites you, the virtual visitor, to search the commission's digital collections. Fill out the branches of your family tree by exploring Ancestry PA. Plan your weekend with the help of PHMC's Events calendar. Get in touch with your inner Pennsylvanian!
Search PHMC's Historical Markers
PHMC Historical markers capture the stories of people, places, events & innovations that have affected the lives of Pennsylvanians.
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Read Pennsylvania Heritage Magazine
Pennsylvania Heritage brings to life the compelling saga of Pennsylvania history
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Welcome to ShopPAheritage
Visit often for an evolving selection of Pennsylvania books and merchandise.
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State Museum of Pennsylvania Receives Highest National Recognition from American Alliance of Museums
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Pennsylvania State Archives to Host Free Screening of Documentary ‘You. Sleep. Stay.’ by Filmmaker David Grabias
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State Museum of Pennsylvania Announces New Exhibit: Portraits of Identity: Harrisburg Asian American Pacific Islander Stories Through the Lens
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PHMC Announces Bid Process is Open for the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania’s Roundhouse Project
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The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office Releases New 10-Year Statewide Historic Preservation Plan
