State College, PA - The Centre County Historical Society is holding a Centre County Explorers Day for visitors of all ages at the Centre Furnace Mansion on Sunday, June 9, 2:00-5:00 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to pick up a Centre County Explorers Passport booklet for themselves or their family and friends, tour the Centre Furnace Mansion, and visit a 19th century building tool display and demonstration. You will also be able to meet representatives from other Centre County Passport sites such as Advent Historical Society, Boalsburg Heritage Museum, Milesburg Museum, Discovery Space.

The Centre County Explorers Passport program, sponsored by the Centre County Historical Society, encourages exploration of the vast collection of historic and cultural treasures that exist in Centre County. Every corner of Centre County has its own unique story. It’s the perfect staycation! Passports are free to participants and provide simple instructions and a journaling section where explorers can record their own experiences. This passport features over 40 unique sites in Centre County.

By visiting historic houses, museums, galleries, and parks, and exploring the distinctive places that make Centre County special, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the county’s historical, cultural, and natural resources. Additionally, visitors will support local communities by shopping, dining, and staying in the area.

More information on the Centre County Explorers Day or the Centre County Explorers Passport please visit https://centrehistory.org/research-explore/passport.

The Centre Furnace Mansion is located at 1001 E. College Avenue, State College. Event parking is available on the lower lawn along College Avenue, as well as in the Mansion lot off of Porter Road. For information, call (814) 234-4779, or visit www.CentreHistory.org.