February 2025

Upcoming Events

Take a break from shoveling snow and see what's coming up!

2025 Summit

Registration closes on April 1st. Register today!

Speakers and topics include:

Doug Wood: Guyasuta/Kayahsotha, George Washington's Friend or Foe?

Don Pearce: John Bartam: Nurseryman to George Washington

Dick Arthur: Washington and Lafayette

Jason Cherry: William Trent & George Washington: Dueling Figures and

Frontier Aspirations

Bill Schneider: Christopher Gist: Explorer, Surveyor, Frontiersman, Scout and Friend of George Washington

Speaking of Washington......and Cherry Pie......

If you like the outdoors and history this is the event for you!

Note: These are all outdoor events. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather!!

Sunday, February 16 | Erie County, PA Fort LeBoeuf Website

This event is free and no reservation needed. Donations are appreciated.

Monday February 17 | Crawford County

In observance of Presidents' Day, a George Washington Cherry Pie Hike will be held on February 17th beginning at 1:30 pm with a short lecture at the Saegertown Heritage Society museum, 320 Broad Street, Saegertown. After the talk, we will take a short walk around town to point out Washington connections, then back to the museum for cherry pie, hatchet cookies, and beverages. Free and reservations are not needed.

For more information, contact the event sponsor, Saegertown Heritage Society, ph. (814) 763-4101.

Saturday, February 22 | Butler County

Jennings Environmental Education Center, near Slippery Rock. Annual Cherry Pie Hike. Choose from a 7-mile hike on the North Country Trail, two nature walks in the state park, and six history hikes featuring a reenactment of the musket shot that almost killed George Washington when he was just 21 years old. Participants can also interact with history author Brady Crytzer and visit with French and Indian War reenactors to learn about their clothing and equipment. At the end of the hike, you can enjoy a slice of cherry pie. Reservations are required, and a $ 5.00 cash donation is requested at the door. Select the hike of your choice. Cherry Pie Hike - Register Here!

Event co-sponsored by Washington's Trail 1753, Butler Chapter of the North Country Trail Association, Butler Outdoor Club, Harmony Museum, Butler County Tourism and Convention Bureau, North Country Brewing, and Jennings Environmental Education Center.

Looking for something else to do this winter?

On February 22 the Bushy Run Battlefield Heritage Society will have Dr. Robert DeJesus present an engaging discussion regarding the diseases that ravaged the frontier and throughout the colonies. Discussion will entail the origins of smallpox, dysentery, yellow fever, and malaria and the tremendous impact it had on the lives of men, women and children of that era. Don't miss this most interesting discussion that will enhance your knowledge of early America. Call the Bushy Run Museum office for further information and reservations (724) 527-5584.

Bushy Run Battlefield Charter Day 

Sunday March 9 12-4 P.M.

In 1681, King Charles II of England granted William Penn a charter for the land that would become Pennsylvania, as repayment for a substantial debt owed to Penn's father, Admiral Sir William Penn. This charter not only provided Penn with extensive land holdings but also conferred upon him the authority to establish a new colony. Penn envisioned Pennsylvania as a haven for religious freedom and peaceful coexistence, principles that would shape its development and governance.

Come celebrate this momentous historical event at Bushy Run. Multiple interesting exhibits will be present to interest all. For further information call the Museum office (724) 527-5584.