Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Village

Travel back 19,000 years from the comfort of your couch! This National Historic Landmark, located in Washington County, PA, features a massive rock overhang used 19,000 years ago for shelter by the first people in North America. In addition to ancient history at the Rockshelter, visitors to Meadowcroft can also step back in time to experience rural life over the past 500 years through a series of interpretive villages, including a 16th century Eastern Woodland Indian Village, an 18th century log cabin and open-sided trading post, and a 19th century village that includes a church, one-room schoolhouse, and blacksmith shop.

At this virtual program, a representative from Meadowcroft will highlight the history of the site and what you may see during your visit. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions and learn more! Registration is required. Please register here.

This virtual program is part of a series promoting the Experience Kits initiative at select public libraries and is sponsored by the Heinz Center Affiliates Program (HCAP). With your library card, receive free admission passes for up to four people to several local museums and historical sites. For more information, visit the Experience Kits page on our website.

Upcoming Museum Spotlight Lectures:

• Tuesday, August 9, 2022: Somerset Historical Center
• Tuesday, August 16, 2022: Old Economy Village
• Tuesday, August 23, 2022: Duncan & Miller Glass Museum
• Tuesday, August 30, 2022: Historic Fort Steuben
• Tuesday, September 6, 2022: West Overton Village Museum & Distillery
• Tuesday, September 13, 2022: Merrick Art Gallery
• Tuesday, September 20, 2022: Heinz History Center

PLUS: If you have children, join us on Saturday, August 6 at 10:00am for a special virtual storytime and activity! See the Whitehall Library calendar for more details on how to register.