Welcome to Beaver County’sPassport to History

Each page will guide you through some of the most wonderful and unusual museums, sites and historical collections in the County. All you need to do is visit 10 participating museums and have that site stamp their page in your passport with their own unique stamp. After you have collected 10 different museum stamps in your passport, you can visit the Vicary Mansion in Freedom and they will present you with a Beaver County Bicentennial Keepsake Token! There isn’t an expiration date for this program so take your time and enjoy the all the wondrous history of Beaver County. Our map of locations is located on Page 27. Enjoy your journey through time! Sincerely Co-Chairpersons,

Brenda S. Applegate, DirectorBeaver County Historical Research & Landmarks Foundation“Beaver County’s Official Historical Organization”

Janice Jeschke BeallRecorder of Deeds

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PASSPORT MUSEUMSMap Page Location

1 Air Heritage Museum 4 2 Beaver Area Heritage Museum 5 3 Genealogy and History Center 6 4 Beaver County Industrial Museum 7 5 Beaver County Model R.R. 8 6 Beaver Falls Hist. Soc. Museum 9 7 Little Beaver H.S. Complex 10 8 The Larry Bruno Foundation HOF 11 9 Merrick Art Gallery 12 10 McKinley School 13 11 Monaca Community Hall of Fame 14 12 Ohio Valley Model RR 15 13 Old Economy Village 16 14 Richmond Little Red School House 17 15 Rochester Area Heritage Society 18 16 South Side Historical Village 19 17 St. Nicholas Chapel – GCU 20 18 Vicary Mansion – BCHR&LF 21

PageColonial Dames XVII Century 23Daughters of the American Revolution - 23Fort McIntosh Chapter Fombell Area Historical Society 23Ladies Grand Army of the Republic 24H.C. Fry Glass Society 24Legion Ville Historical Society 24Logstown Associates 25New Brighton Historical Society 25Sons of the American Revolution 25Sons of Confederate Veterans 26Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War 26

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We have included historical societies, groups and organizations that do not have a historical site to visit, but who are still very much involved in protecting and fostering our historical legacy.

AIR HERITAGE AIRCRAFT MUSEUM AND RESTORATION FACILITY

Visit Air Heritage Museum and allow aircraft from the past to guide you through the rich history of flight. Images of wings, beating propellers and blaring radial engines send some visitors reeling into memories of challenges bravely met in the past, while others are able to admire the acts that have led to today’s flight technology.

Three flyable aircraft can be seen, a C123K “Provider” (Thunder Pig), a C-47 “Gooney Bird,” and a L-21B Super Cub. On static display there is an F-15A “Eagle” fighter jet, an F-4C “Phantom” and a T-3 “Provoast.” Various other aircraft can be seen in different stages of restoration. Aviation is endless! It is our task to build a “vehicle” capable of “bringing the past into the present.”

LOCATION: 35 Piper Street Chippewa Township, Beaver Falls PA 15010 724.843.2820EMAIL: airheritage1@verizon.net WEB: www.airheritage.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/airheritageOPEN: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm Sundays & Holidays by appointmentADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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BEAVER AREA HERITAGE MUSEUM

This award-winning museum is housed in a restored 104 year-old railroad freight station. Opened in 1998, the museum features a 40 foot long mural depicting significant events and people from 1700 to 2002. The museum features a permanent display of Fort McIntosh artifacts and the history of the Fort and its excavation. Additional displays include biographies of prominent Beaver Area persons as well as items and artifacts. Rotating exhibits are pre-sented each year in the museum. A special feature is the 1802 log house and gardens, which is the centerpiece for educational programs. Geocache friendly.

LOCATION: 1 River Road Extension Beaver, PA, 15009 724.775.7174EMAIL: bahm1@verizon.netWEB: www.beaverheritage.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/beaverheritageOPEN: April-November Saturdays 10am-4pm, Sundays 1pm-4pmADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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BEAVER COUNTY GENEALOGYAND HISTORY CENTER

The Beaver County Genealogy and History Center has been collecting the written history of Beaver County since 1971. The History Center has over 8,500 surname files, newspaper births, marriages and obituaries, 3,500 books, maps, thousands of newspaper clippings filed by subject, high school yearbooks, church files and newspapers on microfilm from 1830 to the present. The History Center is the first place to stop if you are tracing your family history or are interested in any aspect of Beaver County history.

LOCATION: Beaver Station 250 East End Avenue, Beaver, PA 15009 724.775.1775EMAIL: beavercountyresearch@yahoo.comWEB: www.beavercountyhistory.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/Beaver-County-Genealogy- and-History-CenterOPEN: April-November Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm December-March Thursday-Saturday 10am-4pmADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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BEAVER COUNTY INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM

The Beaver County Industrial Museum has a collection from all of the major Beaver County Glass and Steel industries. Glass was the largest employer in the county in the 19th century and steel in the 20th century. This information is being preserved for future generations to understand what happened here over the last 200 years. An extensive library of books, literature, photographs and DVD presentations are also maintained for use by appointment. Information on a number of the steelworker unions in the county is available and a database of workers in the mills in the county is under development.

LOCATION: 801 Plumb Street. Darlington, PA 16115 724.312.0831EMAIL: drinman1@verizon.netWEB: www.beavercountyindustrialmuseum.comFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/BCIndustrialMuseumOPEN: Sundays 1pm-4:30pm May through September. Also History Celebration Weekend and Darlington Days Weekend and by appointmentADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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BEAVER COUNTY MODEL RAILROAD AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY

For twenty-six years the Beaver County Model Railroad and Historical society has been in operation. Our layout display is set in the 1960’s. From city limits, to deep river valleys and a steel mill complex, the detail is very minute. For examples: a man and woman waiting to get married, but the man is changing a flat tire on his car; an individual sitting in the outhouse with the door open; a trailer park with a pet tiger on the porch. During the spring and fall there is a show and sale at Center Stage in Center Twp. from 10 PM to 3 PM with 80 to 100 tables of model railroading accessories. Geocache friendly.

LOCATION: 416 6th Street Monaca, PA 15061 724.843.3783EMAIL: beaverctymrr@gmail.com WEB: www.bcmrr.railfan.netOPEN: Tuesdays 6:30pm-8:30pm also during spring and fall sale. Open every weekend during the Christmas holidaysADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated STAMP

BEAVER FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM

Founded in 1945, the Beaver Falls Historical Society Museum, located in the downstairs of the Carnegie Free Library, presents the story of Beaver Falls by preserving and displaying galleries of artifacts, industrial products of northern Beaver County including CO-OP glassware, Mayer China products, Chinese Cutlery, period clothes and veterans’ uniforms, fire equipment, extensive photographs, historical books, documents, Beaver Falls sports memorabilia and a Victorian room. Monthly educational programs are given on the economic, business, industrial, educational advances, sports, social, religious and cultural events of Beaver Falls from native Americans to the present.

LOCATION: Carnegie Free Library 1301 7th Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010 724.494.2439 724.774.6229 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm and by appointmentADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated STAMP

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LITTLE BEAVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY COMPLEX

The Little Beaver Historical Society has five buildings displaying a variety of artifacts: First, Greersburg Academy, a two story stone structure established in 1802, is Beaver County’s earliest advanced educational institution. Second is the Little Beaver Museum, a two-story brick schoolhouse built in 1883. Third is the McCarl Industrial and Agricultural Museum of Beaver County which celebrates the industrial heritage of the County. Fourth is an 1812 log cabin and fifth is a blacksmith forge/foundry. Geocache friendly.

LOCATION: 710 Market Street Darlington, PA 16115 724.827.8841 724.843.4361FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/LittleBeaverHistoricalOPEN: May-December during special events and by appointmentADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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THE LARRY BRUNO FOUNDATION HALL OF ACHIEVEMENT

The Larry Bruno Foundation honors sports and civic achievements from Beaver Falls and the surrounding area. On display, from former coaches, athletes and family, are game artifacts, photographs and one-of-kind treasures that helped shape the rich sports tradition of our community. Joe Walton, Candy Young, Jim “Bucky” Mutscheller and Oscar Jackson are a few of the “Achievers” featured. The museum is the only place to view the greatest sports book ever produced “The Super Bowl XL OPUS-MVP Edition” donated by Joe Namath. Information and photo’s available for research. Handicap accessible.

LOCATION: Carnegie Free Library 1301 7th Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010 724.728.7399WEB: www.themagicalcoach.org FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/TheLarryBrunoFoundationOPEN: Saturdays from 10am-2pm ADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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THE MERRICK ART GALLERY

The Merrick Art Gallery is Beaver County’s only fine arts museum, where education and appreciation of the visual and performing arts, in their several forms and varieties, can be fostered and enjoyed. Classic collections of 18th and 19th century paintings and artifacts of natural and geological history as well as a collection of 19th century books make up the core of The Merrick museum holdings. In house and outreach workshops, classes, recitals, exhibitions, and performances are also available throughout the year. Geocache friendly. Handicapped accessible.

LOCATION: 1100 Fifth Avenue New Brighton, PA 15066 724.846.1130EMAIL: merrickartgallery@verizon.net WEB: www.merrickartgallery.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/themerrickartgalleryOPEN: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm Call for summer hours Closed all holiday weekendsADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated STAMP

MCKINLEY SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CHIPPEWA

McKinley Schoolhouse, the only remaining one-room school in Chippewa Township, opened its doors in 1872 and served the children of Chippewa until 1932. The school is open for Beaver County History Weekend during the first weekend in May and for Chippewa Township’s yearly Community Day. During those two times, the school is filled with historical artifacts. It can also be seen in mild weather by appointment.

LOCATION: McKinley Road & 37th Street Ext. Beaver Falls, PA 15010 724.384.1598EMAIL: pinebrook3350@msn.comFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/McKinleySchoolhouseOPEN: History Celebration weekend and by appointmentADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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MONACA COMMUNITY HALL OF FAME

Established in 1985, the Monaca Community Hall of Fame has inducted over one hundred twenty seven individuals who have been recognized for their contribu-tions to Monaca or the United States in areas of civic accomplishments, fraternal organizations, sports or professional areas. Memorabilia displayed includes historic maps, flags, yearbooks, uniforms of the former Monaca High School and historic pictures of Monaca. The front room serves as a meeting room for various organizations of the community. An annual dinner is held in October to honor new inductees. Three scholarships are also awarded to deserving local high school students.

LOCATION: 1098 Pennsylvania Ave. Monaca, PA 15061 412.671.1086 724.775.3187 724.728.0248OPEN: By Appointment ADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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OHIO VALLEY LINES MODEL RAILROAD, LIBRARY & MUSEUM

This Digital Command Control 400 foot model operating railroad, depicts the late 1950’s to the 1960’s era from Ambridge/Pittsburgh local to Wheeling, West Virginia with full scenery, logging area, steel mill, coal and farming operations. The newest addition is our N-Scale railroad. Usually open every weekend from the fourth Saturday in November through New Year’s Day. Open most Mondays throughout the rest of the year.

LOCATION: 1225 Merchant Street Ambridge, PA 15003 724.266.4787 WEB: www.ohiovalleylines.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/OhioValleyLinesOPEN: Mondays 7pm-9:30pm Closed major holidaysADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated STAMP

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OLD ECONOMY VILLAGE

Old Economy Village was the third and final home of the German communal Harmony Society. Restored buildings are furnished with collections of the group known for its industrial prosperity in textiles, manufacturing, railroads and winemaking. Visitors may encounter traditional craftsmen perform historic chores and view historic structures, formal gardens, paintings and tools. The Visitor Center offers an orientation film and permanent exhibit on the Harmonists, changing exhibits, and the Museum Store. Visit this six acre National Historic Landmark, administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission in partnership with the Friends of Old Economy Village, which sits in Ambridge’s National Historic District. Geocache friendly.

LOCATION: 270 16th St. Ambridge, PA 15003 724.266.4500EMAIL: RA-Oldeconomy@pa.govWEB: www.oldeconomyvillage.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/oldeconomyvillageOPEN: April-December Wednesday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm ADMISSION: $10 adults, $9 seniors, $6 youth

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RICHMOND LITTLE RED SCHOOL HOUSEBRIGHTON TWP. HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Richmond School, located on Park Road, off Dutch Ridge Road in Brighton Township, was in use as a school for 106 consecutive years from 1844 to 1950. Eight grades were taught in the one room building, except for the last three years, when two grades were taught. The building is furnished as it would have been 100 years ago. The BTHS promotes awareness and appreciation of the history and historical sites of Brighton Township as well as documents the contributions of past residents through research, documentation, education and preservation activities. Geocache friendly.

LOCATION: 245 Park Road Beaver, PA 15009 724.728.9370FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/brightontownshiphistoricalsocietyOPEN: April-August 1st Sunday of the month 2pm-4pm Also Maple Syrup Festival Weekend and History Celebration Weekend Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1pm-4pm Also by appointmentADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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ROCHESTER AREA HERITAGE SOCIETY

The Rochester Area Heritage Society and Museum was founded in 2014. Our mission is to collect, preserve, promote and communicate the history of Rochester and its surrounding communities. Several rooms and a grand hall contain period artifacts and mementos from Rochester’s grand age as the “HUB” of Beaver County. One room depicts the era of 1890 to 1920 in a model railroad display; this room is sponsored by Rochester Manor & Villa. We also offer educational programs titled, “Travel Back in Time”…watch for event dates on our Facebook page. Private tours are available.

LOCATION: Rochester Municipal Building 350 Adams Street-Second floor Rochester, PA 15074 724.777.7697EMAIL: rahs15074@yahoo.com FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/rochestermuseumOPEN: Select hoursADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated Handicap Accessible

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SOUTH SIDE HISTORICAL VILLAGE ASSOCIATION

The SSHVA is a historical village located at the fairgrounds in Hookstown, PA. We are committed to the education and preservation of local early American history. The “Village” consists of the Mercer School House, Porter Blacksmith Shop, Johnson Log Cabin, a doctor’s office, a covered bridge, 1858 bank barn, an oil derrick, artisan shop, general store and outdoor bake oven. This quaint village offers a variety of activities from April through October. Geocache friendly.

LOCATION: Hookstown Fair Grounds 1198 State Rt. 168 Hookstown, PA 15050 724.899.4165 724.573.4569 724.573.4420WEB: www.sshva.wordpress.comFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/South.Side.Historic.VillageOPEN: April - October, Second Saturday of the month 11am-3pm also during the Hookstown Fair and by appointmentADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated STAMP

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SAINT NICHOLAS CHAPELGREEK CATHOLIC UNION OF THE USA

Constructed in 1992, Saint Nicholas Chapel in Brighton Township is a replica of the wooden structures found in the Carpathian Mountain region of Eastern Europe. It was built to memorialize GCU’s founders who immigrated to the United States from the northeastern portion of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. The chapel, now a part of the Byzantine Catholic Archeparchy of Pittsburgh, holds services on Sundays and major feast days. Known for his charity and miracles, scenes of Saint Nicholas’ life are depicted in iconic paintings set into the walls of the chapel. On the lower level, the GCU museum houses archives, artifacts and memorabilia. Displays showcase prayer books and religious instruction manuals from the 19th century, as well as over 125 years of GCU publications, lodge sashes and pins, and other historic pieces.

LOCATION: 5400 Tuscarawas Road Beaver, PA 15009 724.495.3400EMAIL: bwahal@gcuusa.com WEB: www.gcuusa.comOPEN: By appointment Divine liturgy celebrated on Sundays at 10:45am

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VICARY MANSION

In 1826 William Vicary, a Philadelphia sea captain, began construction of his mansion overlooking the Ohio River in what is now Freedom, Pennsylvania. Constructed of large sandstone blocks quarried nearby, it is a fine example of local vernacular architecture. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, the mansion is now home to the Beaver County Historical Research & Landmarks Foundation, the official county historical society. The Foundation offers house tours, educational programs, a speaker’s bureau, public archives and historic fashion shows. Please call for more information. Geocache friendly.

LOCATION: 1235 Third Avenue Freedom, PA 15042 724.775.1848EMAIL: bchrlf@bchrlf.orgWEB: www.bchrlf.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/beavercountyhistoryOPEN: Monday-Friday 10am-2pmADMISSION: Free, Donations appreciated

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The following pages list Historical Societies

and Organizations who do not have a physical facility for visitation purposes or

limited public access

For more information on their meetings and activities please use the contact information provided

COLONIAL DAMES XVII CENTURYBEAVER TOWN CHAPTER

Organized in 1980 for women eighteen years or older who can trace their lineal descent to an ancestor who lived in a British Colony in the now continental United States prior to 1701. Meetings are held four times per year in local restaurants.

724.774.4537EMAIL: h.glasser@comcast.net

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONFORT MCINTOSH CHAPTER

The Fort McIntosh Chapter is a patriotic organization for women eighteen or over who can trace their lineal descent to an ancestor who served in the American Revolution. Meetings are held eight times per year at a local Beaver restaurant.

724.728.0383EMAIL: fortmacintoshdar@gmail.comFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/FortMcintoshNSDAR

FOMBELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

This society was formed to research and preserve the history of Fombell, including Marion & Franklin Townships. The society hosts the annual Fombell History Day in the fall, which includes guest speakers, extensive photo displays and artifacts of local interest.

724.971.6580EMAIL: edboots@fombellhistory.orgWEB: www.fombellhistory.orgFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/Fombellhistory

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LADIES GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC

We are the Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic, a patriotic organization affiliated with Union veterans of the Civil War. We meet quarterly. We strive for education, preservation and community service.

724.407.8745EMAIL: dfryewal@comcast.net

H.C. FRY GLASS SOCIETY

A non-profit organization formed for the purpose of learning everything possible about the H.C. Fry Glass Company of Rochester, Pa, one of the largest glass companies in the country during the early 1900’s. Glass displays are held locally. Monthly meetings held at the Beaver Municipal Building.

724.774.6229EMAIL: HCFGS1@comcast.netFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/groups/251899365004269/

LEGION VILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Legion Ville Historical Society is a historical research, genealogy and historical re-enactment unit that is dedicated to the preservation of Logstown and Legion Ville archaeological sites in Harmony Twp. The society participates in various re-enactments in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio and Indiana, and is one of the foremost authorities on the Legion of the United States and of anyone who served in the U.S. military from 1791 - 1796.

724.378.1798EMAIL: legionville1792@yahoo.com

LOGSTOWN ASSOCIATES

The Logstown Associates Historical Society is a non-profit organization formed for the purpose of preserving the history of the famous native American trading post located at Logstown, near present day Ambridge. The village was a major trading post from 1725 to 1758 and was visited by George Washington during his mission to order the French to leave this area in 1753.

724.843.7780

NEW BRIGHTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The New Brighton Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history of the town and citizens of New Brighton, PA. Displays are changed periodically at the New Brighton Borough Building. Meetings are generally held at the Westminster Presbyterian Church at 7:00 on the 4th Tuesday of the month from September through May except Dec., Jan., & Feb. Anyone interested in New Brighton history is encouraged to join. Annual dues are: $15 per individual and $25 for a family. Dues may be mailed to: P.O. Box 408, New Brighton, PA 15066.

724.846.2294FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/NewBrightonHistoricalSociety

SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONGENERAL ANTHONY WAYNE CHAPTER

The Sons of the American Revolution is a male lineage organization dedicated to the celebration of American history and the freedoms provided by the Con-stitution and Bill of Rights. Current information can be obtained by visiting our website.

724.643.8270EMAIL: ronbru@comcast.netWEB: www.gawsar.org

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SONS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS

The Sons of Confederate Veterans, established in 1869, is a historical, patriotic and non-political organization, dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of those men who served the southern cause. Membership is open to all male descendants of any veteran who served honorably in the Confederate armed services.

724.643.8270EMAIL: ronbru@comcast.net WEB: www.scv.org

SONS OF UNION VETERANS OF THE CIVIL WAR

The Sons of Union Veterans, offers male descendants of honorably discharged Union soldiers and sailors a unique organization within which to honor our combined heritage, and to help perpetuate the memory of those men who saved the Union between 1861 and 1865.

724.643.8270EMAIL: ronbru@comcast.net WEB: www.suvcw.org

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BEAVER COUNTY HISTORICAL RESEARCH & LANDMARKS FOUNDATION

The William Vicary Mansion1235 3rd Ave.

Freedom, PA 15042Phone: 724.775.1848

Fax: 724.775.1523Email: bchrlf@bchrlf.org

Web: www.bchrlf.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/Beavercountyhistory

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A special thank you to Brenda S. Applegate, Executive Director of the Beaver County Historical Research & Landmarks

Foundation, which is the appointed and official Beaver County Historical Organization!

Thank you to Janice Jeschke Beall, Beaver County Recorder

of Deeds and to all the various people, organizations and businesses that have donated time and money to keep

this an ongoing historical program!

Thank you to Beaver County Tourism who continually markets our historical museums along with this passport program and

who sponsors our annual History Celebration Weekend!

And last but not least, Thank You to all of the wonderful volunteers at each of our unique museums who dedicate

themselves to preserving and presenting our History!