National Heritage Areas
Committed to protecting and promoting the cultural, historical and natural assets of a region, National Heritage Areas play a vital role in maintaining both the physical character and the cultural legacy of the United States.

 

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Katie Durcan has joined the National Heritage Areas office as Assistant Coordinator. Katie hails from Buffalo NY along the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor although most recently was the Trails and Byways Manager for the Baltimore National Heritage Area.(1/5/2010)

The Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area races against time to save a state landmark from closing. (1/25/10)

The Air Force's official website features a story about the Wright Brothers and the activities of the National Aviation Heritage Area (12/18/2009)

 

 

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Help us celebrate 25 years of National Heritage Areas

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The National Park Service, America's Best Idea.
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The December/January Heritage Areas Alliance Update Newsletter is now available.

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The Schuylkill River National Heritage Area has a very useful 3-step Wizard to help you plan your trip itinerary. It is user friendly and very customizable. Check it out today!
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