Pennsylvania Heroes for History 5k

Join us! You know how much history matters and celebrate America 250 . Now you can be a hero for history in our 2nd annual run/walk/stroll/click to support the Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation (PHF). The Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation is increasing the awareness, understanding, and appreciation for our rich history throughout the Commonwealth. This virtual event gives you the opportunity to support Pennsylvania History at your own pace with family, friends, pets, or just yourself. Anyone is welcome to participate, and every participant is a winner . This virtual 5K will end as we celebrate William Penn's 382nd birthday October 14, 2026. Tag us on social media #PHFHistoryForHeroes5K and share your photos! You choose the location or the course as you complete the 5K! Maybe one of the many historic places on the Pennsylvania Trails of History? A historic site in your hometown? A place that’s a cherished part of your family history? Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for suggestions. Take a pic of yourself (or your team) alongside a historic marker and send it to c-jododson@pa.gov . We might share it on our social media! Have a blast while you support PHF and history in our Commonwealth! And thank you for being a hero for history during this very special year for American History! Click here for more site information. Bushy Run Battlefield Jeannette, PA Parking lot available near the entrance to the walking trails. Not paved Pets allowed Daniel Boone Homestead Birdsboro, PA The property is open to pedestrians from sunrise to sunset every day and limited parking is available outside the gates. Trails through the historic area are gravel trails, the trails around the Lake area dirt trails. Pets allowed Eckley Miners’ Village Weatherly, PA The main street of Eckley is roughly a mile long, and it's free to walk through the village during the daylight hours all year long. However, visitors should be aware that this road is largely unpaved. People do live here,