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Susquehanna National Heritage Area
Bill Re-Introduced!
 On January 4th Congressman Lloyd Smucker re-introduced his bill to designate the Susquehanna National Heritage Area. H.R.262 is the same legislation that passed the U.S. House of Representatives in 2018 but not the Senate. The bill has already been co-sponsored by seven PA Members of Congress.
Susquehanna Heritage has championed National Heritage Area designation of Lancaster and York Counties for over a decade, with Senator Bob Casey sponsoring legislation every session of Congress since 2008. Approval of Rep. Smucker's new bill will boost visibility and tourism, create jobs, and secure National Park Service support for our region as America's 50th National Heritage Area.
Help bring this national honor to the Susquehanna - ask our legislators in Washington to support H.R.262. Now is the time to make your voice heard!
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Zimmerman Center for Heritage Lecture
Jacob Dritt's Powder Horn
February 13th | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
What can we learn from a powder horn? On a chance visit to a Gettysburg antique shop, Dr. Christian Keller came across one that once belonged to Jacob Dritt, the most notable owner of the house the Zimmerman Center now occupies. Coincidentally, Jacob is also an ancestor of Dr. Keller. The find led Keller to search for the story behind it. Jacob served in the American Revolution as captain of a "flying camp" and was captured by the British Army during their assault on Fort Washington. As a prisoner, he faced the prospect of being held aboard one of the British Army's infamous prison ships. This talk will place Dritt's experiences within the greater context of what was happening in Pennsylvania and adjoining colonies during the early years of the War of Independence. Come, examine this relic of the Revolution, and hear what Dr. Keller's search revealed.
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 Give Local York. Friday May 3th, 12 AM - 12 PM
York County's biggest day of online giving.
Support Susquehanna Heritage's programs through this 24 hour giving marathon.
The River Experience. Friday, June 7th, 6 PM - 9 PM.
John Wright Restaurant in Wrightsville.
Our most important annual fundraising event. Great evening of fine food and drink, music and in a setting that can't be beat.
For information on both of these events please contact Bill Wright, Director of Community Giving
[email protected] or call
(717) 252-0229 ext. 6.
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Review Our Success - Looking Ahead
 In the last three years, Susquehanna Heritage has focused on getting the river corridor visitor ready. Our 2015-2018 strategic plan focused on enhancing the river's special places and developing tourism efforts. We have advanced the Susquehanna Riverlands brand with a new website and a great map and guide for visitors. We have enhanced programming and activities at the Zimmerman Center and Columbia Crossing and expanded our relationship with the National Park Service.
Whether we are hosting hundreds of local kids for field trips or directing out-of-towners to a great restaurant, we are so grateful to be making a difference in our local communities. To all our partners, volunteers, and Friends of the River, THANK YOU! We couldn't make the river a better place without you!
Now it's on to the next chapter. Check out our
2018 Annual Report & Strategic Plan to see
last year's progress and our updated focus for the next three years.
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Ice Harvesting Exhibit Tour
Susquehanna Heritage and local collector Lynn Smoker have worked together to create an exhibit exploring ice harvesting along the Susquehanna. Travel back in time before electric refrigeration! The exhibit follows the process from river to ice box. Enjoy displays of local ice plows, tools, and ice boxes. Exhibit is open during Columbia Crossing's regular visitor hours.
Enjoy a guided tour through the Ice Harvesting:Along the Susquehanna exhibit on Sunday, February 17th. A Susquehanna Heritage staff member will provide details, display tools, share stories, and discuss the bygone ice industry. Tours last around 20-30 minutes and start promptly at 1:30 PM. The tour
is free but donations are always appreciated.
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Lancaster & York Public Trails Forum
The Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee and the Lancaster Conservancy will hold a Public Trails Forum on Saturday, March 16 at Columbia Crossing River Trails Center. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Join trail partners and users from across the region from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. to participate in a facilitated discussion about all things related to trails. Share your ideas, opportunities, concerns, and management of trails at this free event. Seating is limited to 60 people, register at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pa-trails-advisory-committee-partners-public-trail-forum-tickets-54759893315.
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Susquehanna Stewards!
Susquehanna Heritage asks you to be a good steward of our river and its history. Each month we'll share one way you can help the river or protect its heritage. Try it out, make it a habit, and be a river steward!
This Month:
Explore Local History
This month we celebrate African American History Month as well as President's Day. Lancaster & York both have amazing local history related to both topics. Visit the home of President James Buchanan, now hosting an Underground Railroad Exhibit titled "FREEDOM: To Secure the Blessings of Liberty" . Explore Underground Railroad History in York at the Goodridge House which is open on First Fridays.
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Tadpole Time!
On February 13th at 10:30, Tadpole Time at Columbia Crossing will explore the Five Senses. Bring your little one to discover how humans perceive the world around us.
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Rent Our Facilities
Host your next family or business event at Columbia Crossing or the Zimmerman Center. All rentals support our important work along the river.
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Visitor Center Hours
Tuesday through Sunday
10 am to 4 pm
Columbia Crossing
Tuesday through Saturday
10 am to 4 pm
Sunday
12 pm to 4 pm
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