Mount Union Area Historical Society

08/04/2026

The Mount Union Area Historical Society is meeting this Thursday August 6, 2026 at 6PM at the Sharrar House to plan the opening of the time capsule from 1976.
Open to anyone who is interested in the opening of the time capsule.
Any questions please contact Murray Africa (814)-599-8495

07/28/2026

Concert week is coming. Please note rain locations.

07/05/2026

🇺🇸🔔🚂 OPEN HOUSE AT THE SHARRAR HOUSE! 🚂🔔🇺🇸

Planning to be in the area to watch the Union Pacific Big Boy pass through? Make your day even more memorable with a stop at the Mount Union Area Historical Society's Sharrar House!

📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026
🕝 Open House: 2:30PM – 4:30PM
📍8 West Water Street, Mt. Union, PA 17066

Step inside, cool off in the air conditioning, and explore fascinating new exhibits that celebrate the rich history and heritage of the Mount Union area!

One of our unique displays you'll see is a beautiful 1976 Bicentennial Dress, created by Janet McCorkle Larson's kindergarten class at Kistler Elementary School as part of our nation's Bicentennial celebration.

This treasured piece of local history was generously donated to the Mount Union Area Historical Society on July 1, 2023, by Janet's daughters Joyce L. Hope, Jacqueline M. Morrone & Ann L. Williams

✨ Could your name be on the dress?

We especially encourage former students, their families, and anyone connected to the project to stop by and see this incredible keepsake. You just might discover your own name on a piece of local and American history!

Whether you're a train enthusiast, history lover, or simply looking for something special to do after watching the Big Boy, we'd love to welcome you to the Sharrar House!

We look forward to seeing you on July 8! 🇺🇸

07/01/2026

🇺🇸 Show Your Huntingdon County & America250PA Pride! 🇺🇸

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with an official America250PA – Huntingdon County T-shirt!

👕 These shirts are available by pre-order only, and we will be placing just ONE order—so don't miss your chance!

Available Colors: Gray & Navy

💲 Pricing:
• Small–XL: $20
• 2XL–4XL: $25

Each shirt features our exclusive America250PA Huntingdon County logo and is a great way to show your support for the Semiquincentennial celebration while proudly representing Huntingdon County!

📅 Order Deadline: July 5, 2026
📞 To Order:
Contact Lonnie Smith Jr. or any Huntingdon County America250PA Committee member.
📧 [email protected]
📱 (814) 386-3323

📬 Pay by Check:
Make checks payable to the Huntingdon County Historical Society and mail to:
Huntingdon County Historical Society
P.O. Box 305
Huntingdon, PA 16652
📝 Please write "250" in the memo line on the check and include a note with the following information:
• Your name
• Phone number
• Number of shirts
• Shirt color(s)
• Shirt size(s)

⏰ Remember, this is a one-time order! All orders and payments must be received by July 5, 2026.

Don't miss your opportunity to own this commemorative shirt and celebrate America's 250th Birthday while showing your Huntingdon County pride! 🇺🇸

06/12/2026

06/09/2026

🇺🇸 Step back in time and celebrate our local heritage! 🇺🇸

🎉 Join us for the FIRST-EVER Huntingdon County History Day as we honor 250 years of America right here at home!

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕙 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 Riverside Park, Smithfield

🏛️ This exciting event brings together museums, historical societies, local authors, and reenactors for a day full of history, discovery, and community pride.

🔔 We are excited to have the county 250 Bell and hopefully the 250 Quilt on display!

✨ Explore fascinating exhibits
✨ Experience live history demonstrations
✨ Browse unique historical items & books
✨ Meet passionate historians and storytellers

🎖️ At 2PM please join us for a special presentation of Quilts of Valor to 7 Veterans from Huntingdon County!

📚 Whether you’re a lifelong history buff or just looking for a great day out, there’s something here for everyone!

⏳The Adam Holiday Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will have items from the former Standing Stone Chapter DAR’s 50 Year Time Capsule on display!
✉️ Be sure to grab one of their postcards to the future and fill it out for 2076!

🧑‍🧑‍🧒 Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate the stories that shaped Huntingdon County and our nation. 🇺🇸

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out-
📧 [email protected]
📞 (814) 386-3323

📜 Let’s make history together—see you there!

Be sure to check out the FB Event, as we post who’s all going to be there over the next few days: https://www.facebook.com/share/1bQb5cRynq/?mibextid=wwXIfr

⚠️ Please note that all attendees enter, participate in, and attend this event at their own risk. The sponsoring organizations, participating groups, vendors, authors, volunteers, demonstrators, township officials, and park staff assume no responsibility or liability for any accidents, injuries, losses, damages, or other incidents that may occur during the event.

06/05/2026

06/03/2026

Join the Mount Union Area Historical Society for our monthly meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 6PM at the Sharrar House! 🇺🇸

Come hear about the exciting projects and events taking place throughout the year, learn how we're preserving the rich history of the Mount Union area, and discover ways you can help make a difference.

⭐ Volunteers are needed and appreciated!
⭐ Learn about how to become a board member
⭐ Meet fellow history enthusiasts
⭐ Learn what's happening in your community
⭐ Everyone is welcome!

Any questions please contact Murray Africa (814)-599-8495

We hope to see you there!

05/17/2026

🇺🇸 Support the Huntingdon County America250PA Committee & Huntingdon County History & Heritage Roundtable! 🇺🇸

We 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:
• Postcard – $1.00
• 1 Sticker – $3.00
• 2 Stickers – $5.00
• Magnet – $5.00

The 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.
📧 [email protected]
📞 (814) 386-3323

Checks 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 “250 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! 🇺🇸

04/06/2026

REMINDER: The next planning meeting to create a series of walking tours for the Mount Union area will be held on Tuesday, April 7th at 6:00 pm at Checker's Grill.

Everyone is welcome to attend!