The Pennsylvania Game


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When did the Liberty Bell first crack? Which industrialist had his very own dinosaur?

From Ben Franklin to Wilt Chamberlain, the commonwealth has been home to internationally renowned leaders, athletes, inventors and more, not to mention important products like the Slinky and Heinz ketchup.

Play along with The Pennsylvania Game and test your knowledge of Pennsylvania’s people, places and products. The show’s first 9 seasons are now streaming on the free PBS app.

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