Last updated: 5/1/2008
Portage Area Historical Society
Portage, Pennsylvania
Street Address
400 Lee Street
Portage, PA 15946
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 45
Portage, PA 15946
phone: 814-736-9223

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Regis Huschak
phone:
Ruth Richardson
phone:
John Havrilla
phone:
Irene Huschak
phone:
Carol Paterick
phone: 301-805-0784
Description

The "Mainline in Miniature" HO train model with details of the Portage Pennsylvania Train Depot and mainline railway is under construction. Train buffs applaud this historic undertaking.

History

The Portage Area Historical Society formed in 1992 and is located in the historical original Portage Train Depot in Portage, PA. Dedicated volunteers staff, operate, and manage the museum and its activities. In the forefront of education in the rich history of the Portage PA and surrounding area, the Historical Society is frequently called upon by educational institutions such as Penn State, to participate in historical educational undertakings.

Artifact Collections

Coal Mining, Railroad and Train Memorabilia, Period Clothing and Tools, are included in the unique collections of the Museum.

Research Collections
Newspaper and magazine articles, pamphlets, flyers, bulletins, extensive photos, from the early 1800s are included in the research materials.
Educational Programs

Teacher workshops, senior and classroom tours, visiting guests and speakers. All programs and services are free.

Library
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars, Members
Appointment required: Yes
Publications

Newsletter mailed to members quarterly; added to the website quarterly.

Exhibitions
Museum Events
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