Happy Birthday 🎉 to the Pennsylvania Turnpike ! America’s first superhighway opened Oct. 1, 1940. This 📽️ illustrates the rules of the road from the Turnpike's early days. Learn more about the Turnpike by visiting the State Museum of Pennsylvania's Transportation & Industry gallery. #OnThisDay #Archives #PATurnpikeBirthday | Pennsylvania Trails of History

14K views · 366 reactions | Happy Birthday to the Pennsylvania Turnpike! America's superhighway opened for travel on Oct. 1, 1940. This 1940 black-and-white film, preserved by The State #Archives, depicts aerial views of the newly contracted turnpike.  www.pastatearchives.com #ArchivesMonth | Pennsylvania Trails of History | Facebook

In one month, the #PATurnpike will celebrate its 80th birthday. Today, the Turnpike stretches more than 550 miles – triple its original length. It continues its legacy of innovation in the ground-transportation industry and embraces modern-day technologies for faster response times, increased traffic flow and safer trips for drivers. Learn more about the Turnpike’s history at ▶ www.paturnpike.com/history | Pennsylvania Turnpike

🌾 New Milford, Pennsylvania Tucked in the rolling hills of Susquehanna County, New Milford is a quiet small town that captures the heart of Pennsylvania’s countryside. Founded in the early 1800s, it’s rich in local history and surrounded by scenic farmland, winding backroads, and peaceful mountain views. The town’s charming streets and laid-back pace make it a true Northern Tier gem—where life moves slower, and the beauty of rural Pennsylvania shines in every direction. 🌿✨ #NewMilfordPA #Susqu