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July 23, 2011
Crafty Saturday
Friendship Hill National Historic Site gives visitors the chance to enjoy hands-on history with Crafty Saturday.

January 19, 2011
250th Birthday Celebration for Albert Gallatin at Friendship Hill National Historic Site
The National Park Service invites area residents and visitors to a Sestercentennial Birthday Celebration for Albert Gallatin Saturday, January 29 at 2 p.m. at his Fayette County home at Friendship Hill National Historic Site.

January 11, 2011
Keith Newlin Named Superintendent of National Parks of Western Pennsylvania
Keith Newlin has been named superintendent of the National Parks of Western Pennsylvania. He will assume his duties February 1, 2011, and serve in the position for one year. He replaces Joanne Hanley, who will retire at the end of January.

September 16, 2010
First Allies Artillery Crew returns for FestiFall 2010
The annual event at Friendship Hill National Historical Site features the six member First Allies living history group demonstrating the loading and firing of historic artillery.

May 24, 2010
Friendship Hill Association to Plan for the Future of the National Historic Site - Public is Invited
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September 10, 2009
FestiFall 2009 Features Sneak Previews of new Ken Burns Documentary
The annual event at Friendship Hill National Historical Site celebrates the life and times of Albert Gallatin, the original owner of Friendship Hill. The National Park Service presents a sneak preview to the new Ken Burns documentary, “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea.” A market fair, historic foods, and American Indian and Revolutionary War encampments offer enjoyable educational experiences for the whole family.

September 10, 2008
FestiFall 08 Recognizes the Contributions of American Indians
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May 22, 2008
Friendship Hill National Historic Site closed Tuesday for Road Work
Friendship Hill National Historic Site will be closed Tuesday May 27, 2008. Site Manager Dan Watson said the closure is temporary and will last for two days or less. 

November 30, 2007
Holiday in the National Parks at the White House
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September 19, 2007
FestiFall 2007
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April 23, 2007
Furniture Exhibit Unveiled at Friendship Hill NHS
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April 17, 2007
Wildflower Walks at Friendship Hill National Historic Site-April 28
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November 15, 2006
National Park Areas Closed to Hunting and Weapons
Hunters are reminded that the National Parks in Southwestern Pennsylvania are closed to hunting.

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Albert Gallatin

Did You Know?
Albert Gallatin served as Secretary of Treasury for twelve years and nine months. Secretary of the Interior Harold L. Ickes (1933 to 1946) is the only person who served in the cabinet longer. Gallatin’s country estate is preserved at Friendship Hill National Historic Site in Pennsylvania.
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Last Updated: July 28, 2006 at 14:56 MST