The annual National Road Festival or 鈥淧ike Days鈥� as many still call it, will return on May 18, packed with live music, food, fun and history throughout Fayette, Washington and Somerset counties. It鈥檚 a celebration that began in the early 1970鈥檚, reminding the community of the ...
The Hopwood Villagers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving history and creating opportunities for the community, will once again celebrate the National Road Festival with plenty of entertainment and activities. On May 18, yard sales will line the road, cars will be displayed at ...
The Village of Scenery Hill will once again mark the National Road Festival with three full days of history, music, crafts, food and family activities. 鈥淚n my opinion Scenery Hill鈥檚 big event is the best portion of the festival in Washington County,鈥� said Clay Kilgore, executive ...
After the National Road was constructed to connect settlers from the east to the west, the government found the cost of upkeep and repairs to be more than they could afford. Tollhouses were constructed, stationed every 10 to 15 miles apart to collect a fee from travelers. 鈥淭here were six ...
It鈥檚 a highly anticipated event. Each year, towns and villages across Southwestern Pennsylvania celebrate the National Road Festival with car shows, live music, games, history and more. For many, a highlight of the festival is watching the National Pike Wagon Train meander along Route ...
