Keystone Stories: Portraying History


Living historians and re-enactors bring Pennsylvania’s past to life.

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Sweets

Season 4 Episode 1 | 27 min

Hershey’s chocolate is not the only special sweet treat that comes from Pennsylvania. The stories behind Gardners Candies, Ritchey’s Ice Cream and Inside Out Cookie are calorie-free, but their products will satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.

Aired 09/30/24

 

Polka

Season 3 Episode 3 | 27 min

Polka is more than just music. It’s heritage, culture, dancing and costumes. This rich history is celebrated every June at Polkafest, located in Johnstown. The city’s ethnic heritage makes it the perfect city to host this event, now in its 25th year.

Aired 10/02/23

 

A State of Service

Season 3 Episode 4 | 27 min

We are constantly bombarded with bad news ranging from the struggling economy to climate change, and it can be easy to feel discouraged. But where there are problems, there are almost always solutions, and Pennsylvanians across the state are finding innovative ways to address the challenges in their communities.

Aired 10/09/23

 

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