Centre County Historical Society (CCHS)





Founded in 1904, the Centre County Historical Society (CCHS) is the oldest and largest history organization in the county, serving as the official historical society of Centre County. It is a community and volunteer based non-profit educational organization that works collaboratively with local, regional, county and state organizations in helping to preserve and promote the area's historic, cultural, and natural resources.
CCHS -
Disseminates historical information about Centre County
Offers programs and exhibits of historical and cultural interest for children and adults
Marks and helps preserve and protect the Centre Furnace Mansion property and grounds, our newly acquired Boogersburg School, and other historical sites and landscapes in Centre County
Maintains a collection of artifacts, books, manuscripts, maps and photographs
Publishes and promotes interest in historically significant publications relating to Centre County
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