Flight 93 National Memorial included in PA’s Highway of Heroes historic trail
Pennsylvania’s new Highway of Heroes trail has been unveiled with the Flight 93 National Memorial one of six sites included.
The yearlong initiative connects nationally significant destinations along the historic Lincoln Highway (U.S. Route 30) across the commonwealth’s southern tier.
From east to west, the trail links Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Valley Forge National Historical Park, Gettysburg National Military Park, Eisenhower National Historic Site, Flight 93 National Memorial near Shanksville, and Fort Pitt Museum in Pittsburgh.
These sites represent Pennsylvania’s historic places as part of a broader, connected story.
They also illustrate its enduring role in American history, from the French and Indian War and the American Revolution through the Civil War, the Cold War and the events of 9/11.
The initiative is a collaboration among national and state historic parks, the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor and Pennsylvania statewide destination marketing organizations.
It coincides with the Commonwealth’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
“The memorial is proud to participate in the Highway of Heroes to celebrate the 250th birthday of our nation,” said Stephen M. Clark, superintendent of Flight 93 National Memorial.
“The Flight 93 passengers and crew members are examples of how America’s citizens continue to respond in times of adversity since 1776.”
Visitors who complete the trail by checking in at six qualifying sites will receive a commemorative display and six challenge coins.
A visit to the Lincoln Highway Experience museum in Latrobe can be substituted for one of the required stops.
“The Highway of Heroes project is an extraordinary opportunity to connect Pennsylvania’s most powerful historic sites along the historic Lincoln Highway,” said Kimberly Cady, executive director of the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor.
“For the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor, this initiative reinforces our mission to tell these stories in a way that is accessible, engaging and relevant.”
Visitors have one year to complete the trail and receive the commemorative coin display.
It launched March 27, 2026, and continues through March 26, 2027.
More information about the Highway of Heroes: www.pahighway.com
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