Family and community history intertwine on Milford walking tour

MILFORD, PA — A walking tour of downtown Milford, illustrating the many contributions to the community made by the prominent Pinchot family since the 1800s, is planned for 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 23.

The program is offered by the USDA Forest Service at Grey Towers, ancestral home of the Pinchot family. The family came to Milford in the 1800s and quickly became active community members, contributing greatly to the growth and development of the region. Some significant buildings with Pinchot history include Forest Hall, the Community House, Normandy Cottage and others. Gifford Pinchot founded and served as first chief of the USDA Forest Service, and was twice Governor of Pennsylvania.

The tour is free and open to the public. Participants should meet at the Ann Street Park at 1:00 p.m., rain or shine. Pre-registration is recommended.

For more information email at greytowers@fs.fed.us or call 570-296-9630.