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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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Pennsylvania Heritage brings to life the compelling saga of Pennsylvania history
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Visit often for an evolving selection of Pennsylvania books and merchandise.
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Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Approves Nine New Historical Markers to Celebrate the Commonwealth's History
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The State Museum of Pennsylvania Announces Revolutionary Things: Objects from the Collection in Celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary
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State Museum of Pennsylvania Welcomes Pennsylvanians with Festive Fun in December
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Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Awards Nearly $150,000 to Preserve and Make Accessible Significant Historical and Archival Records Across Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Awards Nearly $4 Million in Grants to Museums, Historical Organizations Across the Commonwealth
