Keystone Stories: Taking Flight


Bellefonte’s role in the history of air mail is still celebrated today, as is Mill Hall’s Piper Aviation’s significance in WWII. Pilots from across the nation travel to Mifflin County to fly aircraft that have no motors.

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It Came from Pennsylvania

Season 2 Episode 4 | 27 min

Pennsylvania and its citizens have a long history of innovation and creativity. The Slinky, Jeep, cheesesteaks, the Ferris wheel, the polio vaccine, revolving doors and movie theaters are just a few things that came from Pennsylvania. Watch on the PBS App »

Aired 01/23/23

 

Man fishing on river bank.

The Outdoor Lifestyle

Season 5 Episode 3 | 27 min

From hunting and fishing to hiking and more, the outdoor lifestyle in Pennsylvania takes many forms.  Watch on the PBS App »

Aired 11/03/25

 

Person in Bigfoot costume shrugging.

Quirky Festivals

Season 5 Episode 1 | 27 min

A look at quirky festivals in Pennsylvania, featuring Bigfoot, chainsaws, outhouse races and more. Watch on the PBS App »

Aired 10/20/25

 

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