We regret the inconvenience, but the 'Gathering Janes' quilt exhibit, as seen in the video, has now closed. Thanks.

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The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society chronicles the history of our region from American Indian occupation through 20th century industry and life. Exhibits include an American Indian gallery, a Fine and Decorative Arts gallery, 19th century period rooms, and the Shempp Model Train exhibit, featuring over 300 toy trains.

Current Exhibits & Events

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John P. Deeben, of the National Archives, to Speak on Genealogical Research
The Lycoming County Genealogical Society and the Lycoming County Historical Society are pleased to present John P. Deeben, of the National Archives, on Saturday, May 19 at 1:00 pm. The talk is free and open to the public. A native of Sunbury, John is a Genealogy Archives Specialist with the Research Support Branch (RC-DC) at the National Archives and Records Administration in Washington, D.C.
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Lycoming County Historical Society Coffee Hour To Host Lou Hunsinger, Jr.
The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society will host its third Coffee Hour program on Thursday, May 10 at 10 am in its community room. Combining the Thursday morning Coffee Hours with its Sunday afternoon Society Programs, the Lecture Series will explore aspects of the U.S. Civil War. Guest speaker Lou Hunsinger, Jr., writer and journalist, will present his lecture on “Lycoming County During the Great Rebellion”. Hunsinger is well-known for his extensive writings which explore local history as well as sports history.
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Thomas T. Taber Museum Receives Two Grants
Williamsport — The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society has recently been notified that it is the recipient of two grants which will aid in marketing and the production of programming. The Lycoming County Visitors Bureau has awarded the museum $4,378 for the production of a brochure specific to the entry points and rest stops throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Woodcock Foundation has awarded the museum $1,000 for support of the museum’s Civil War activities during the year 2012.
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African-American Dolls Placed on Exhibit
The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society has recently placed on display a small collection of African-American dolls, dating from the early 1900s through the end of that century. They are from the private collection of Breanna Dubbs. Also included in the exhibit are a Raggedy Ann, dressed in African cloth, a Gambina rag doll, and several dolls which depict Little Eva, or possibly Topsy, from the literary classic Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Although the dolls were placed on display during Black History Month, they will remain on display throughout the first half of the year. In ...
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Taber Museum Acquires Significant Artifact: “The Manor Hall House”
The Thomas T. Taber Museum of the Lycoming County Historical Society, Williamsport, PA., has recently acquired a significant artifact for its permanent collection through the generosity of donors Dr. Michael and Mrs. Mary (Rickie) Gross of Hughesville. It is a large dollhouse complete with electricity and running water.
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