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Centre County Historical Society!
The Centre Furnace Mansion
The Centre Furnace Mansion serves as headquarters for the Centre County Historical Society. The Mansion, the ironmaster’s residence for Centre Furnace, is restored and furnished to reflect the period of residency of ironmaster Moses Thompson and his family. Learn More >>
Back to School! Boogersburg Open House
September 13, 2026
The Centre County Historical Society invites the public to attend its Annual Boogersburg School Open House on Sunday, September 13, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
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Centre County Encyclopedia of History & Culture
The Centre County Encyclopedia of History & Culture, continues to add relevant articles about Centre County’s past each month. Explore more than 200 articles today! Learn More >>