The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Documents the History and Technology
of the Commonwealth's Forest Industries


35th Annual Bark Peelers' Convention, July 4 & 5, 2009 at the PA Lumber Museum, US Rt. 6 between Galeton & Coudersport, PA (814) 435-2652

As the last century ended and the 20th began, Pennsylvania's lumber era was at its peak. Each year on the 4th of July the numerous woodhicks and lumber camp workers would gather together in celebration after another year's hard work. Song, dance, good food and lively contests would highlight these festive get-togethers. In memory of those bygone years and in celebration of our past heritage, The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Associates and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission have re-created those celebrations called "conventions."

Join us this 3rd and 4th of July, 2010 on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum on US Route 6 midway between Galeton and Coudersport in Potter County, Pennsylvania. Enjoy, learn and become a part of the lumbering era.



BOTH DAYS
  • Sawmill Demonstrations
  • Woodhick Skills
  • Blacksmithing
  • Log Skidding
  • Axe Throwing
  • Bark Peeling
  • Veneer Mill
  • Chopping
  • Basket Making
  • Crosscut Sawing
  • Camp Cooking
  • Shingle Making
  • Lumber Heritage Video
Commemorative T-Shirts
  • Refuge Keeper Skit
  • Music by Sadie Green Sales
  • Food Available on Grounds
  • Handcrafted Products available at Craft Tent
  • Rich Pawling's History Alive
PROGRAM STARTS AT
10:00 AM
Admission $10.00
Children 6-12 $3.00
Under 6 FREE

TWO DAY PASSES
Adults - $18.00
Contact Museum before June 30th

 

 

CONTESTS
Greased Pole Frog Jumping
Tobacco Spitting Birling
Fiddling Plan to Attend!
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Today is
Thursday, July 29, 2010

Summer Schedule: June 1 through November 1, we are open Wednesday through Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

PO Box 239 · 5660 US Route 6 West · Galeton, Pennsylvania 16922
(814) 435-2652
info@lumbermuseum.org

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The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum is Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission. The Lumber Museum is located in the Pennsylvania Wilds and the Lumber Heritage Region of north central Pennsylvania.


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