THE BERKS HERITAGE COUNCIL ANNOUNCES ITS
SECOND ANNUAL BERKS HISTORY DAY

Date – The Berks Heritage Council is pleased to announce it will host its Second Annual Berks History Day on Saturday, April 26 th from 10AM – 4PM. Join the Council and nearly 20 of its member museums and historical sites for a day of interactive learning, delicious and fun for all ages. This event, located at the Daniel Boone Homestead (400 Daniel Boone Rd, Birdsboro, PA 19508) will feature displays of unique historic artifacts, hands-on activities appropriate for all ages, local food vendors, and much more!
The event is free of charge and will be held rain or shine. We are currently looking for a few vendors who do historic hand-crafted items. For more information about the event or a vendor application contact Berks Heritage Council’s Secretary, Becky Hughes at berksheritagecouncil@gmail.com. The Berks Heritage Council is a consortium of historic sites, museums, and societies in Berks County. Its affiliates feature vintage railroad memorabilia, antique automobiles, folk and fine art, frontier homesteads, covered bridges, mills, caves, and historic architecture. The Council also hosts "Sites and Sounds of Historic Berks County," airing every fourth Monday at 7:30 p.m. on BCTV. Berks County is filled with rich history, vibrant culture, and thrilling adventure. Whether you are looking to visit one of our many museums and sites, attend a festival, or explore outdoors, Berks Heritage Council is your resource for all the county has to offer! The Daniel Boone Homestead is the birthplace of the famed frontiersman, born in 1734. The Daniel Boone Homestead is located halfway between Reading and Pottstown, one mile north of Rt. 422 near Baumstown. The Homestead is owned by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, and daily historic operations are run by the Daniel Boone Homestead Associates, a local, nonprofit organization. If you would like more information or would like to make a donation, please contact the Daniel Boone Homestead at 610-582-4900.