The Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State presents a special exhibition giving extra weight to the democratic ideal of power of the people, titled “Shaping American Histories, Dreaming American Futures,” on view now through July 27. Visitors to the exhibition are encouraged to voice their reflections on the nation’s past, present and future via a community response wall. Ideas contributed to the response wall will help shape the Palmer’s upcoming invitational exhibition in summer 2026, which will honor the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The America250PA initiative, in proud partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, celebrated a Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony at the Centre Furnace Mansion on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

The Centre County Historical Society (CCHS) will hold a public open house and celebration of the newly restored Boogersburg School, 1021 Fox Hill Road, State College, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 1. A brief welcome and recognition of those who contributed to the restoration will be held at 1:30 p.m.

Just five minutes from Downtown State College, Boalsburg’s storybook village is steeped in history and brimming with small-town charm. Recognized as the Birthplace of Memorial Day in Pennsylvania, the welcoming little community offers visitors a blend of shopping and dining experiences against a backdrop of rich history in a picture-perfect setting.

The Eagle Iron Works and Curtain Village received grant funds to help improve access and increase an herb garden that is four decades old.

A new 47-foot-long photographic streetscape of contemporary College Avenue from University Drive to Atherton Street is now on permanent public exhibit in the State College Municipal Building.

Experience history come to life this summer in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. From Friday, June 6, to Sunday, June 8, join fellow history enthusiasts for the Civil War Weekend at locations throughout this historic town, including the statue of Governor Andrew G. Curtin.

On April 18, 2025—exactly 250 years after Paul Revere’s historic midnight ride—Centre County will have a unique opportunity to join a nationwide moment of reflection, unity, and inspiration.

Get a sense of Penn State's rich history with this guide to 15 historic structures. Each one has a unique tale to tell about the founding of Penn State.