Hotel State College
Explore the history of the Hotel State College, a downtown landmark dating to 1855 and longtime home of the Corner Room and other iconic local businesses.
Explore the history of the Hotel State College, a downtown landmark dating to 1855 and longtime home of the Corner Room and other iconic local businesses.
Explore the history of the Penn State Blue Band, from its 1899 beginnings as the Cadet Bugle Corps to its growth into the university’s iconic marching band.
Explore the life of Calvin H. Waller, Penn State’s first Black graduate, who earned his degree in 1905 and became a leader in agricultural education and extension.
Explore the life of Moses Thompson, Centre Furnace’s last ironmaster, prominent Centre County landowner, and influential supporter of the future Penn State.
Explore the career of Rene Portland, who led Penn State women’s basketball for 27 seasons, winning 606 games and guiding the Lady Lions to their first Final Four.
Explore the life of Hilda Patton Thompson, a Centre County humanitarian who served in Red Cross leadership roles during both World Wars and aided refugees in Europe.
Explore the life of Horace Ashenfelter, Penn State track star and Olympic gold medalist who set a world record in the 3,000-meter steeplechase.
Explore the life of Aaron Levy, the Jewish immigrant who founded Aaronsburg and whose generosity became a lasting symbol of religious tolerance and fellowship.
Explore the life of Hugh Jesse Arnelle, Penn State basketball star, student leader, corporate lawyer, and the university’s first Black trustee and board chair.
Explore the life of Sherman Lutz, a pioneering Centre County aviator and flight instructor who advanced pilot training and commercial aviation in the region.
Explore the life of Leonard Rhone, Centre County farmer, state legislator, Grange leader, and founder of the Centre County Grange Encampment and Fair.
Explore the life of Mildred Settle Bunton, Penn State’s first female student of color, who graduated in 1932 and became a distinguished expert in nutrition.