Last updated: August 31, 2025
Thing to Do
Evening on the Summit
NPS
Evening on the Summit programs are select Tuesday evenings throughout the summer months! Programs begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Visitor Center auditorium. Programs are free and no reservations are required!
Please check back for program descriptions.
June 10, 2025
Dr. James Christy.
Dr. Christy was a physician on the Allegheny Portage Railroad who worked and died in our area. The program follows the foot print of history to attempt to describe not just a small picture of his life but the times that shaped his life. Being a physician in the 19th century was far and away completely different from the knowledge and technology that we utilize today. He provided the best care regardless of the situation.
The program is presented by park volunteer Jim Effinger.
July 8, 2025
Charles Dickens' 1842 trip to America.
Charles Dickens traveled on the Main Line Canal and Allegheny Portage Railroad 183 years ago in 1842. The program will feature his experience on the canal and railroad, and will also highlight the rest of his trip.
This program is presented by Supervisory Park Ranger Doug Bosley.
August 5, 2025
Mapping the Allegheny Portage Railroad.
The program looks at the effors to re-map the Allegheny Portage Railroad combining historic maps and modern day technics to visualize the historic trace.
The program is presented by park volunteer Brandon Sliko.
September 16, 2025
The Underground Railroad and Main Line Canal.
This program explores the connection between the Underground Railroad and the Main Line Canal.
This program is presented by Dr. Barb Zaborowski.
Please check back for program descriptions.
June 10, 2025
Dr. James Christy.
Dr. Christy was a physician on the Allegheny Portage Railroad who worked and died in our area. The program follows the foot print of history to attempt to describe not just a small picture of his life but the times that shaped his life. Being a physician in the 19th century was far and away completely different from the knowledge and technology that we utilize today. He provided the best care regardless of the situation.
The program is presented by park volunteer Jim Effinger.
July 8, 2025
Charles Dickens' 1842 trip to America.
Charles Dickens traveled on the Main Line Canal and Allegheny Portage Railroad 183 years ago in 1842. The program will feature his experience on the canal and railroad, and will also highlight the rest of his trip.
This program is presented by Supervisory Park Ranger Doug Bosley.
August 5, 2025
Mapping the Allegheny Portage Railroad.
The program looks at the effors to re-map the Allegheny Portage Railroad combining historic maps and modern day technics to visualize the historic trace.
The program is presented by park volunteer Brandon Sliko.
September 16, 2025
The Underground Railroad and Main Line Canal.
This program explores the connection between the Underground Railroad and the Main Line Canal.
This program is presented by Dr. Barb Zaborowski.
Details
Activity
Arts and Culture
Evening on the Summit programs vary from talks/presentations to musical performances.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets are not allowed in any public building or office except for service animals. For programs taking place in the amphitheaters pets are permitted:
Pets are permitted in areas not designated closed to pets provided they are restrained on a leash which shall not exceed six feet in length or otherwise physically confine a pet at all times.
Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.
More information on pets can be found in the Superintendent's Compendium.
Pets are permitted in areas not designated closed to pets provided they are restrained on a leash which shall not exceed six feet in length or otherwise physically confine a pet at all times.
Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.
More information on pets can be found in the Superintendent's Compendium.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Reservations
No
Time of Day
Night
Accessibility Information
The Visitor Center theater has accessible seating.
The amphitheater has a flat sidewalk leading back to the seating area.
The amphitheater has a flat sidewalk leading back to the seating area.