PA Historic Places Archives

Exploring the Staple Bend Tunnel in Cambria County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - April 6, 2022 0

The Staple Bend Tunnel in Cambria County has the distinction of being the first railroad tunnel built in the United States! Constructed as part of...

Exploring the Allegheny Portage Railroad Near Altoona

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - April 4, 2022 0

The Allegheny Portage Railroad near Altoona is one of the most historic railroading sites in Pennsylvania! This 36 mile-long track was the first railroad built...

Inside the Layton Tunnel in Fayette County PA.

Exploring the Layton Bridge and Tunnel in Fayette County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - March 19, 2022 0

The Layton Bridge and Tunnel are a pair of historic structures in Fayette County, originally constructed for the Washington Run Railroad in the late...

Exploring Brantview Farms Maple Camp in Somerset County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - March 8, 2022 0

Brantview Farms Maple Camp in Somerset County is an excellent place to experience the entire process of maple syrup being made, from tree to...

Jim Thorpe Greatest Athlete in the World inscription on his crypt in Carbon County Pennsylvania.

Visiting the Jim Thorpe Memorial in Carbon County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - February 8, 2022 0

The Jim Thorpe Memorial in Carbon County is the final resting place of the man voted "The Greatest Athlete of the First Half of...

A collage of four photos showcasing Deckers Chapel in Elk County, Pennsylvania. The top left image features the chapel's front view, with its white exterior, red door, and surrounding greenery, along with a sign reading "Deckers Chapel Est. 1856." The top right image provides an interior view of the chapel, highlighting a simple altar adorned with religious statues, a large painting of the Virgin Mary, and framed religious images on the walls. The bottom left image shows a side angle of the chapel, emphasizing its small size and the charming belfry with a cross. The bottom right image displays a plaque mounted on the chapel, indicating its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing the building's historical significance since its construction in 1856. The collage captures both the exterior and interior beauty of this historic and quaint church.

Exploring Decker’s Chapel | The Smallest Church in Pennsylvania

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - January 22, 2022 0

If you're looking for information about visiting Decker's Chapel in Elk County, you're in the right place! Decker's Chapel has the distinction of being the...

Admiral Peary Monument near his birthplace in Cresson PA.

Visiting the Admiral Peary Monument in Cambria County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - January 13, 2022 0

The Admiral Peary Monument in Cambria County honors U.S. Naval officer Robert Peary, a Cresson native credited with being the first explorer to reach...

Entrance to Prince Gallitzin's crypt in front of Saint Michael's Church in Loretto, PA.

Visiting Prince Gallitzin’s Crypt in Cambria County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - January 3, 2022 0

Prince Gallitzin's crypt in Cambria County contains the remains of a former Russian prince turned trailblazing Catholic priest, Demetrius Augustine Gallitzin. Born the son of...