The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Documents the History and Technology of the Commonwealth's Forest Industries

As the last century ended and the 20th began, Pennsylvania's lumber era was at its peak. Each year on the 4th of July the numerous woodhicks and lumber camp workers would gather together in celebration after another year's hard work. Song, dance, good food and lively contests would highlight these festive get-togethers. In memory of those bygone years and in celebration of our past heritage, The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Associates and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission have re-created those celebrations called "conventions." Join us this 5th and 6th of July, 2008 on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum on US Route 6 midway between Galeton and Coudersport in Potter County, Pennsylvania. Enjoy, learn and become a part of the lumbering era.

BOTH DAYS Sawmill Demonstrations Woodhick Skills Blacksmithing Log Skidding Axe Throwing Bark Peeling Veneer Mill Chopping Basket Making Crosscut Sawing Camp Cooking Shingle Making Lumber Heritage Video Commemorative T-Shirts

Refuge Keeper Skit Music by Sadie Green Sales Food Available on Grounds Handcrafted Products available at Craft Tent Rich Pawling's History Alive PROGRAM STARTS AT 10:00 AM Admission $10.00 Children 6-12 $3.00 Under 6 FREE TWO DAY PASSES Adults - $18.00 Contact Museum before June 30th

CONTESTS Greased Pole Frog Jumping Tobacco Spitting Birling Fiddling Plan to Attend!

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Today is Saturday, July 5, 2008 Summer Schedule: June 1 through August 31 Because of the current budget impasse, we are open Wednesday through Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm PO Box 239 · 5660 US Route 6 West · Galeton, Pennsylvania 16922 (814) 435-2652 info@lumbermuseum.org

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