ELK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY

RUSSELL, PA

Elk Township Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Russell, Pennsylvania, dedicated to preserving the history of Elk Township and surrounding areas. The society was founded in 2002, and since then has collected and preserved artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of the region's past.

The society maintains a museum located in a historic schoolhouse, which houses exhibits on local industries, schools, churches, and families. The museum also features a restored one-room schoolhouse and a blacksmith shop.

Members of the Elk Township Historical Society regularly conduct research on local history and genealogy, and often provide educational programs and presentations to schools and community groups. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter, The Elk Tales, which highlights local history and upcoming events.

In addition to preserving and sharing local history, the Elk Township Historical Society is also committed to maintaining and restoring historic structures in the area. The society has played a key role in the restoration of the Russell train station and other historic buildings.

Overall, the Elk Township Historical Society is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Elk Township and the surrounding region, providing a wealth of information and resources for researchers, students, and the general public.

ELK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a History Museum in RUSSELL PA. US MID #8404201652

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). 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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ELK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY
3794 COLE HILL ROAD
RUSSELL
PA
16345-7724

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