CAMBRIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

EBENSBURG, PA

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The Cambria County Historical Society in Ebensburg, PA is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of Cambria County. Founded in 1924, the society has been collecting and preserving artifacts, documents, and photographs that tell the story of the county's past.

The society's headquarters is located in the historic Cambria County Jail, which was built in 1874 and served as the county prison for over 100 years. The jailhouse has been restored and now houses the society's museum, library, and archives.

The museum features exhibits that showcase the county's history, including displays on early industries, transportation, and notable individuals. The library contains a vast collection of books, maps, and manuscripts that are available for research and study. The archives hold records and documents related to Cambria County's government, businesses, churches, and schools.

The society also offers educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and workshops. The society's mission is to educate the public about Cambria County's history and to inspire appreciation and pride in the community's heritage.

CAMBRIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EBENSBURG PA. US MID #8404201141

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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9/3/77, Amtrak "Broadway Limited". The westbound "Broadway Limited" makes its station stop in Altoona, PA on September 3, 1977. In the distance a Conrail switcher heads east on the main. Love those old cars!
9/2/77, Conrail SD45 6219 SD45 6219 and SD40 6348 descend Horseshoe Curve after assisting a westbound freight up the hill.
IMG_20231016_233809636 John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Cambria, Pennsylvania, USA (2023-10-16). <a href="https://www.nicolesharp.net/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.nicolesharp.net/</a>
IMG_20231016_233732798 John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Cambria, Pennsylvania, USA (2023-10-16). <a href="https://www.nicolesharp.net/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.nicolesharp.net/</a>
IMG_20231016_233826296 John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Cambria, Pennsylvania, USA (2023-10-16). <a href="https://www.nicolesharp.net/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.nicolesharp.net/</a>
IMG_20231016_233844297 John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Cambria, Pennsylvania, USA (2023-10-16). <a href="https://www.nicolesharp.net/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.nicolesharp.net/</a>
IMG_20231016_234113689 John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Cambria, Pennsylvania, USA (2023-10-16). <a href="https://www.nicolesharp.net/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.nicolesharp.net/</a>
IMG_20231016_234116398 John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Cambria, Pennsylvania, USA (2023-10-16). <a href="https://www.nicolesharp.net/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.nicolesharp.net/</a>
IMG_20231016_234003167_HDR John Murtha Johnstown - Cambria County Airport, Johnstown, Cambria, Pennsylvania, USA (2023-10-16). <a href="https://www.nicolesharp.net/" rel="noreferrer nofollow">www.nicolesharp.net/</a>

Contact CAMBRIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CAMBRIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
615 N CENTER ST
EBENSBURG
PA
15931

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MID # 8404201141
Name CAMBRIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name CAMBRIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 251380924
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 40.489233, -78.724835
CODES FIPS State Code: 42
FIPS County Code: 021
US Census Tract: 012600
US Census Block: 1025