Public Program | The Mines of Northern Dauphin County: Exploring the Region’s Anthracite Heritage

Williamstown Colliery's breaker in the early 20th century Coal Region Dauphin County Williamstown, Pennsylvania

On April 21 in Millersburg, I’ll be sharing the story of the Short Mountain and Williamstown collieries and the rise of anthracite in northern Dauphin County. From Bear Gap in 1825 to Depression-era closures, this program explores boom, disaster, labor, and lasting legacy. Learn more.

Public Presentation | “Gone to the Seat of War” – Pennsylvania’s Anthracite Region Responds to Confederate invasion

Learn more about the Coal Region's response to the Confederate invasion of Pennsylvania in the summer of 1863.