Keystone Stories: Polka


Polka is more than just music. It’s heritage, culture, dancing and costumes. This rich history is celebrated every June at Polkafest, located in Johnstown. The city’s ethnic heritage makes it the perfect city to host this event, now in its 25th year.

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Woman standing in a room with guitars and shelves full of cds.

More Than a Collection

Season 6 Episode 1 | 27 min

From dollhouses to vintage fans, meet this Pennsylvanians with fascinating collections.

Premieres Monday, May 18, at 9:00 p.m.

 

The Forest

Season 1 Episode 1 | 27 min

In the early days of the Commonwealth, nearly 29 million acres of Pennsylvania were covered in forest. By 1895, this number dropped to 9 million acres. While Pennsylvania provided lumber to build a nation, this invaluable natural resource was almost lost.

Aired 05/05/22

 

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Railroads

Season 2 Episode 1 | 27 min

Why is Altoona known as “Railroad City”? The answer can be found at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, located in Altoona. This home for railfans is where a new project is underway to bring back a legendary locomotive…the K4.

Aired 01/02/23

 

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