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After the Centre County Historical Society acquired the mansion, a major restoration was undertaken. (Centre County

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Stay informed with the latest news from the Centre County Historical Society, including events, preservation projects, local history, exhibitions, Penn State history, educational resources, and community updates.

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Learn about the Centre County Historical Society, the county's official historical organization dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and promoting Centre County's rich cultural, historic, and natural heritage.

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First Lady of Pennsylvania Katherine Wilson Curtin’s 1880s Dress

Explore the story of Katherine Wilson Curtin's 1880s dress, a remarkable conservation project celebrating Pennsylvania's First Lady, Victorian fashion, and Centre County history at the Centre County Historical Society.

Jackie’s Joinery: Early American Woodworking Tools

Discover Jackie’s Joinery, a permanent exhibit featuring Early American woodworking tools and the craftsmanship that helped shape homes, businesses, and communities throughout Centre County and beyond.

Building on the Past

Centre County and the Civil War

Everyday Iron

Talk and Book Signing by Jared Frederick and John Homan

Centre Furnace Mansion Plant Celebration

Sunrise & the Spirit of ‘76

Abraham Lincoln, Charles E. Troutman, and the Farmers’ High School of Pennsylvania

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This website is being made possible in part through a grant provided by the Centre County Board of Commissioners and Happy Valley Adventure Bureau. Funding for the Centre County Historical Society is also supported by a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.