Individuals may participant in an optional charter bus tour (additional fee/registration) for the day in Philadelphia or presentations at the York College Center for Community Engagement in York, Pennsylvania.
See below for additional information.
Presentations at York College Center for Community Engagement – The Road to Independence
The main entrance is across Market Street from the Yorktowne Hotel. Accessible entrance with elevator is available around the corner along North Duke Street. Ring buzzer at door for entry.
Lincoln Highway themed art exhibit available for viewing throughout the morning on Friday, June 26, 2026.
8 AM to 9 AM Continental Breakfast Available for Participants
More information on the presentations is available at Art, Books and Presentations
9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
18th Century – The Great Wagon Road, The Road that Changed America with James Dodson
19th Century – Chasing the Gettysburg Address with Eric Dusenberry
20th Century – The Lincoln Highway Experience and Future Plans of the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor – with Kimberly Cady
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
18th Century – Camp Security Revolutionary War Prisoner of War Camp with Jonathon Stayer and Ben Werkley
20th Century – Ike’s Road Trip: How Eisenhower’s 1919 Convoy Paved the Way for the Road We Travel – Dr. Brian Black
20th Century – Good Roads, Great Songs – Music Along America’s Highways – Cece Otto of an American Song Line
Noon – Conclusion of Conference
Consider extra day suggested itineraries to continue our nation’s 250th anniversary celebration across Pennsylvania. Safe travels home.
