Iron Glossary of Terms
Explore common ironmaking terms and definitions, from charcoal and pig iron to furnaces, colliers, smelting, tapping, and other vocabulary of the historic iron industry.
Explore common ironmaking terms and definitions, from charcoal and pig iron to furnaces, colliers, smelting, tapping, and other vocabulary of the historic iron industry.
Test your ironmaster skills while learning about charcoal ironmaking, raw materials, workers, wages, transportation, and furnace operations in Centre County.
Explore iron products made during the 18th and 19th centuries, from cookware and tools to farm equipment, machinery, hardware, and household goods.
Explore Centre County’s historic iron industry, from charcoal furnaces and iron plantations to the workers, natural resources, and ironmasters who shaped the region.
Explore memories and photographs of life in downtown State College, preserving the streetscapes, buildings, people, and stories of the community’s past.
Explore an overview of Centre County history, from Native American heritage and early settlement to ironmaking, agriculture, transportation, Penn State, and modern growth.
Discover the historic iron furnaces, forges, and mining communities that fueled Centre County's growth. Explore the people, places, and innovations that built Pennsylvania's ironmaking legacy.
Visit the historic Boogersburg School, a restored 1877 one-room schoolhouse in Centre County, PA. Learn about early education, school tours, and preservation efforts by the Centre County Historical Society.
Make a meaningful impact by supporting the Centre County Historical Society. Donations help preserve historic sites, protect collections, expand educational programs, and share Centre County's stories with future generations.
Learn how the Civilian Conservation Corps helped restore Pennsylvania's natural resources, support struggling families during the Great Depression, and leave a lasting impact on the state's parks and forests.
Discover Centre County genealogy resources, archival collections, family surname records, historical documents, and research organizations that can help you trace your family history in central Pennsylvania.
Support the preservation of Centre County's cultural and natural heritage by becoming a member of the CCHS. Membership includes exclusive benefits and opportunities to make a lasting impact.