Baker Mansion History Museum

2024 Hours
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

TOUR THE MUSEUM
Adult (13+) - $10
Children (4-12) - $5
3 & Under - Free
BCHS Members - Free

For Group Rates, Call 814-942-3916 or Email

BECOME A MEMBER
Student - $10
Individual - $25
Family - $35
Sponsor - $50

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Blair County: A People's History

Special thanks to all who attended 2024's film screenings! Purchase the DVD via our online store.

Nestled in the heart of the majestic Allegheny Mountains, Blair County stands at a crossroads of history. Defined by geography, fueled by industry, forged by war, and remade through innovation, the region’s tale is a microcosm of the evolving national experience. The saga of indigenous peoples, settlers, soldiers, industrialists, and everyday citizens who shaped local society is one of trial, tragedy, and triumph. This engaging film traces the cultural influences of Central Pennsylvania's rich heritage. Interviews, reenactments, rare photos, and archival footage breathe life into the dramatic stories of the past.

Find the American Story in the Heart of the Alleghenies

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 Baker Mansion History Museum seeks to interpret these common but extraordinary elements of our county through special events as well as exciting and thematic museum displays.

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