World-class museums, important historic sites and a top-notch cultural calendar earn Philadelphia the right to a place in the great East Coast city pantheon.
The Path of Progress is a 500 mile driving route which winds through the hills and valleys of nine scenic southwestern Pennsylvania counties linking key historical sites and diverse points of interest. A distinct portrait of the combined industrial, cultural, and economic heritage of the area is revealed by traveling all or portions of the route.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
The Path of Progress National Heritage Tour Route is open year round.
Our office hours are Mon – Fri 8:00am – 4:30pm EST.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
The Path of Progress is a 500 mile driving route through nine scenic southwestern Pennsylvania counties (Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Centre, Clearfield, Fayette, Huntingdon, Indiana and Somerset) within the Allegheny mountain range.
We offer a compact version of Go-Pennsylvania for mobile users, allowing you to access just the information you need on the road. Of course, you can still use the full version of Go-Pennsylvania on your mobile device just as you can on your desktop.