Evening on the Summit: Charles Dickens and his 1842 Trip to America

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on July 19. It is reproduced in full below.

Park Ranger Doug Bosley will present, Charles Dickens and his 1842 Trip to America on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 8:00 pm in the Visitor Center theater. This free program will last approximately one hour.

Charles Dickens traveled on the Main Line Canal and Allegheny Portage Railroad 180 years ago in 1842. The program will feature his experience on the canal and railroad, and will also highlight the rest of his trip.

Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service