Cover of Pennsylvania in public memory

Book 2012

Pennsylvania in public memory

Publisher
Pennsylvania State University Press
Language
English
Published
2012
  • Collective memory
  • Industries
  • Conservation and restoration
  • Historic sites
  • Heritage tourism
  • Local History
  • Industrial archaeology
  • Economic conditions

"Looks at sites and events in Pennsylvania to explore the emergence of heritage culture about industry and its loss in America. Traces the shaping of public memory of coal, steel, railroading, lumber, oil, and agriculture, and the story it tells about both local and national identity"--Provided by publisher.