Last updated: 2/3/2022
3419 Oak LaneAltoona, PA 16602
Blair County Historical Society is open through the winter season and can be reached via email at info@blairhistory.org
Sunday, Friday - Saturday
11 AM - 3 PM
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Kate Rimbeck
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Michael Farrow
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For over a century, the Blair County Historical Society at Baker Mansion in Altoona, PA has conveyed regional history and the story of the Elias Baker Family. Settling in the area in 1836, the Bakers became a very affluent family thanks to their rising dominance in iron-making. Theirs is a story of ambition, perseverance, wealth, and power–all topics that retain great influence in modern society. Their story remains a highlight of our museum.
At the same time, the Blair County Historical Society is equally dedicated in conveying a story broader and even more dramatic than that of a single family. The epic saga of Blair County, Pennsylvania is the tale of everyday people like you who were profoundly shaped by the powerful forces of community, nature, war, business, family, hate, and love. From Tyrone to Claysburg, local and national history was made by seemingly ordinary citizens. The story of Blair County is the story of America itself. Come visit us and discover how.
We welcome you to visit our website and view our virtual tour, video tour, photo gallery, and orientation film until we reopen.
The Blair County Historical Society has established an Historical Commission to document structures in Blair County worthy of a Historical Plaque. To be eligible, the structure must be at least 75 years old and located in Blair County, Pennsylvania.
We welcome Group Tours.
Group Tours
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