The Mount Union Historical Society was formed in 1976 as an outgrowth of the area centennial planning group. The first goal of the group was to save the Sharrar house, pictured above. This house originally backed onto the Pennsylvania Canal; the basement was a store while the upstairs was a home. The house is now home to the Historical Society’s museum where a number of artifacts from the Mount Union area are on display.

Next door to the Sharrar house, on the other side of the Historical Society’s park, is their main office and research building. This building is filled with a vast collection of resources which tell the story of Mount Union’s past.

Both the Museum and Research Center are open throughout the summer.

Hours: In the Summer, Thursdays from 1PM to 4PM

August – mid

Auction

October: First Saturday - Canal Era Days

Many vendors also demonstrate their craft at the Event. Vendors include:

• Canoe making
• Weaving
• Spinning
• Tin punching
• Wood tooling
• And more

The museum will is open for tours. Music is provided and lots of food is available.

• Mount Union Times, 1877 – 1967
• Map of the original town layout
• 1919 Street Map
• 1883 County Map
• Histories of a number of area businesses
• Brick Industry Records

Genealogical Resources