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    First Winter Lecture This Sunday, January 26, 2025

    January 24, 2025

    We at the Huntingdon County Historical Society are pleased to announce the start of our 2025 Winter Lecture Series on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Huntingdon County Arts Center located at 313 12th Street in Huntingdon. We are grateful to the Huntingdon County Arts Council...

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    Winter Hours

    January 6, 2025

    The Huntingdon County Historical Society’s winter hours went into effect December 1, 2024. Except in special circumstances (such as weather events), we will be open to the public from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. We have suspended our Saturday hours until April 5, 2025. After that date,...

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    Annual Winter Lecture Series RESCHEDULED FOR January 26, 2025 – Please Note New Location

    January 3, 2025

    We at the Huntingdon County Historical Society are pleased to announce the start of our 2025 Winter Lecture Series on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Huntingdon County Arts Center located at 313 12th Street in Huntingdon. We are grateful to the Huntingdon County Arts Council...

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    2024 Hometown Holidays Celebration

    November 27, 2024

    Come view the McMurtrie House, Gardens and Little House all decked out in holiday finery on Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7 from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Each year, members of the Standing Stone Garden Club decorate the buildings of the Huntingdon County Historical Society and the...

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    Free Museum Day and Annual Book Sale

    September 11, 2024

    Please join us for Free Museum Day and our Annual Book Sale on Saturday, September 14, 2024. The hours for both events are 10:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. The McMurtrie House, located at 106 Fourth Street in Huntingdon, will be open for tours of the downstairs. Our Research Library will also...

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    Annual Meeting and Dinner on June 22, 2024

    June 6, 2024

    Please plan to join us for our Annual Meeting and Dinner which will be held on June 22, 2024 at the Smithfield Firehall in Huntingdon. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m. and dinner will be served at 5:45. Following the dinner, we will have a brief business meeting featuring...

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    Doc Hayden and His Civil War Medical Wagon

    April 17, 2024

    Please join us on April 27 from 10:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. as we welcome Doc Hayden and his Civil War medical wagon to the grounds of the McMurtrie House located at 106 Fourth Street in Huntingdon. Always a popular event, Doc Hayden brings his vast knowledge of 19th...

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    Fred Lang Retrospective: 50 Years of Art

    April 17, 2024

    Join us as we celebrate 50 years of Fred Lang’s art! This show will open on April 26, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. and will run through May 9, 2024 on Fridays and weekends. Fred is an accomplished artist who has a wide range of genres. He paints portraits, landscapes,...

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    Final Winter Lecture on March 17, 2024

    March 11, 2024

    Please join us for the last of our annual winter lectures. On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. we will feature Dave Petit who will speak on the history and archaeology of Colerain Forges here in Huntingdon County. The lecture will be held in opur Exhibit Gallery located...

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    2nd Winter Lecture on Sunday, February 18, 2024

    January 31, 2024

    The Huntingdon County Historical Society is excited to present the second of our Winter Lectures on February 18, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. The lecture will take place in the Exhibit Gallery located at 100 Fourth Street in Huntingdon. Julie Rockwell, Archivist at the East Broad Top Railroad Archives and...

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πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Support the Huntingdon County America250PA Committee & Huntingdon County History & Heritage Roundtable! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈWe are excited to offer special America250PA fundraising items to help support our efforts to celebrate and preserve the rich history and heritage of Huntingdon County as we approach America’s 250th Anniversary! ✨ Available Items:β€’ Postcard – $1.00β€’ 1 Sticker – $3.00β€’ 2 Stickers – $5.00β€’ Magnet – $5.00The Sticker and Magnet are our logo and the Postcard is of photos from around the county. Please keep an eye out for us at special events and activities throughout the year!If you would like to place an order, please contact Lonnie Smith Jr. or any member of the HC A250PA Committee. If you would like items mailed, please contact Lonnie for shipping information and costs.πŸ“§ huntingdoncountyhistory@gmail.comπŸ“ž (814) 386-3323Checks can be made payable to the Huntingdon County Historical Society (who has graciously agreed to serve as our designated fund holder so we can accept checks). Please put β€œ250 Donation” in the memo line.Any & All Donations are always greatly appreciated! Thank you for supporting local history, heritage, and community programming as we prepare to commemorate America250PA right here in Huntingdon County! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ ... See MoreSee Less

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🚘 Swigart Museum is pleased to host the Annual Meeting of the Huntingdon County Historical Society at the Swigart Antique Auto Museum this Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 4:00pm! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ—³οΈ During the meeting, the Historical Society will share highlights from 2025, discuss proposed By-Law changes, and hold voting for new members of the Board of Trustees.🧁 Guests will also enjoy hors d'oeuvres and refreshments provided by our friends at the Cassville Country Store.🌟 We are especially honored to welcome Stephen Hall, the new President of the Swigart Museum Board, and Patti Krow who are the children of the late Pat Swigart. They will share reflections on the history and legacy of the Swigart Museum, pay tribute to Pat Swigart, and discuss exciting plans for the museum’s future. πŸŽ‰ This is a FREE public event, and everyone is welcome to attend. πŸ—³οΈ Please note that only members of the Huntingdon County Historical Society may participate in voting during the meeting.πŸš™ Donations are greatly appreciated and help support the preservation of our local history and automotive heritage! ... See MoreSee Less

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Today starting at 4pm! You won't want to miss this !🚘 We are pleased to host the Annual Meeting of the Huntingdon County Historical Society at the Swigart Antique Auto Museum this Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 4:00pm! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ—³οΈ During the meeting, the Historical Society will share highlights from 2025, discuss proposed By-Law changes, and hold voting for new members of the Board of Trustees.🧁 Guests will also enjoy hors d'oeuvres and refreshments provided by our friends at the Cassville Country Store.🌟 We are especially honored to welcome Stephen Hall, the new President of the Swigart Museum Board, and Patti Krow who are the children of the late Pat Swigart. They will share reflections on the history and legacy of the Swigart Museum, pay tribute to Pat Swigart, and discuss exciting plans for the museum’s future. πŸŽ‰ This is a FREE public event, and everyone is welcome to attend. πŸ—³οΈ Please note that only members of the Huntingdon County Historical Society may participate in voting during the meeting.πŸš™ Donations are greatly appreciated and help support the preservation of our local history and automotive heritage!πŸ“ Swigart Antique Auto Museum12301 William Penn HighwayHuntingdon, PA ... See MoreSee Less

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