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The Centre Furnace Mansion serves as headquarters for the Centre County Historical Society. The Mansion, the ironmaster’s residence for Centre Furnace, has been restored and is furnished to reflect the period of residency of ironmaster Moses Thompson and his family, Learn More >>

Inspiration for the Centre Furnace Mansion gardens reflects the styles that began in the 19th century when Ironmaster Moses Thompson and his family lived in the Mansion. The property is tucked into a hillside, secluded by large spruce, maple, walnut and sycamore trees. Learn More >>

Up, Up and Away: Sherm Lutz and the State College Air Depot. Sherman “Sherm” Lutz was a pioneer aviator, instructor, and airport owner in Centre County, PA during the mid to late 20th century. He played a pivotal role in bringing commercial airline flights to the region. Learn More >>

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CENTRE FURNACE MANSION GARDENS
Tools for Working Wood
Up, Up and Away: Sherm Lutz and the State College Air Depot
RESEARCH
MANSION NOTES
OLD HOUSE FAIR
How to Research with CCHS
Collections
Historical & Cultural Resources
Preservation Resources
EXPLORE CENTRE COUNTY HISTORY
History of Boogersburg School
HENSZEY PYLE DISTINGUISHED AUTHOR SERIES
JOHN H. ZIEGLER HISTORIC PRESERVATION AWARDS
Preservation Awards Program
Preservation Awards Nominations
Centre County Explorers Passport
Centre County Iron Furnace Map
CALENDAR
HENSZEY PYLE AUTHOR SERIES
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Plant Celebration
OLD HOUSE FAIR
JOHN H. ZIEGLER HISTORIC PRESERVATION AWARDS
LEGACY DAY OF THE CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORPS
BOOGERSBURG OPEN HOUSE
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Music Under the Sycamore
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Tel: 123-456-7890

Email: admin@centrefurnace.org

1001 E College Ave  |  State College, PA 16801

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MANSION TOUR HOURS

Sunday  |  Wednesday  |  Friday
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

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Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.

Research by appointment.

This website is being made possible in part through a grant provided by the Centre County Board of Commissioners and Happy Valley Adventure Bureau.

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Funding for the Centre County Historical Society is supported by a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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