Congressman Mike Kelly is joining with other lawmakers in looking into what it would take to designate a local trail as historic.
The Republican from Butler was joined by other Western PA lawmakers introducing a bill that asks for a feasibility study to designate Washington’s Trail as a national historic trail.
Kelly says it would create an opportunity to preserve history and promote economic revitalization.
The trail starts in Erie County, passes through Butler County and ends in Virginia.
“By designating Washington‘s Trail as a national historic trail, we create an opportunity to preserve this history, to build community pride, to connect communities, promote economic revitalization, and create jobs while telling this story of George Washington and the birth of our nation,” Kelly said. “I commend the work of local volunteers who have brought George Washington‘s journey to life. This legislation builds upon their work for current and future generations to enjoy.”
A ceremony was held last week in Harmony that installed a marker that commemorated the 270th anniversary of George Washington’s stop in Butler.
