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Morning comes slowly to French Creek. Mist lifts from the water in pale ribbons, threading through hemlocks, hardwoods, and the dark shoulders of the Hopewell Big Woods. Along the trail, …
Warwick Township: Where the Forest Still Hides the Furnace Fires Read More
The trail bends just enough to lose sight of the road, and with it, the last trace of noise. Leaves crunch underfoot—dry in places, damp in others—and somewhere deeper in …
Where the Forest Grew Back Stronger Read More
At the intersection of Main Street and Chestnut Street, the morning moves at its own pace. A pickup slows near the stoplight along Route 23. The bell over a café …
Elverson: The Square Mile That Still Feels Like Home Read More
ELVERSON, PA — Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site will offer a rare after-dark experience on Saturday, October 18, when visitors can explore the historic grounds by lantern light while listening …
Lantern Tours Bring History and Haunting Tales to Hopewell Furnace Read More
ELVERSON, PA — Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, in partnership with the Friends of Hopewell Furnace, will commemorate the 249th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a special celebration …
Celebrate Freedom and History: Join Hopewell Furnace’s Unforgettable July 4th Event! Read More
ELVERSON, PA — Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site invites the public to experience its annual sheep shearing event and the kickoff of its spring charcoal burn on Saturday, May 10, …
Hopewell Furnace Hosts Annual Sheep Shearing and Spring Charcoal Burn Read More
ELVERSON, PA — Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site will host a special event on Saturday, April 26, to commemorate National Park Week and highlight the legacy of the Civilian Conservation …
Hopewell Furnace to Celebrate National Park Week with Civilian Conservation Corps Event Read More
ELVERSON, PA — Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, in partnership with the Friends of Hopewell Furnace, is offering students in grades 6-12 a chance to showcase their creativity and win cash …
Independence Day Writing Contest Invites Local Students to Share Their Voices Read More