Armstrong County History

20/01/2025

17/01/2025

I wish I could have brought back this porcelain advertising sign to Kittanning where it once hung on Market St but too expensive

08/01/2025

Recently surfaced huge advertising poster from the Sinclair Station that was either in Kittanning or Ford city. Anyone know where that station was?

04/01/2025

Did you know that the Belmont Complex has been a cornerstone of Kittanning’s community for over half a century? 🎉

In 1967, local businessman Hugo Montebell and his wife, Anne, envisioned a recreational facility for residents and brought it to life with the opening of the Belmont Complex. 

Their dedication provided a space for ice skating, swimming, and countless community events, fostering a spirit of togetherness in Armstrong County.

Today, the Belmont Complex continues to honor the Montebells’ legacy by offering a variety of recreational activities for all ages.

Come join us and be a part of this enduring tradition! 🏒🏊‍♀️🎶

01/01/2025

One of my favorite pieces

31/12/2024

collection of native artifacts found in westrrn PA

31/12/2024

One gallon Kittanning crock

30/12/2024

Another relic of Kelly’s Station PA. I wonder if this dairy farmer was related to Len Kalmar that I used to get Pontiacs from

29/12/2024

There was once a crock factory in Girty PA run by the McNees family along crooked creek that made crocks like these

14/12/2024

Here is a rare Allegheny Valley Railroad lantern. This Adams & Westlake bell bottom was produced around 1870. Been hunting one for several years

10/12/2024

Some Kittanning bottles you don’t see often. Elk Brewing quart blob top among them

09/12/2024

Steim Hotel creamer

08/12/2024

Nice little PRR lantern with etched globe and good burner

29/11/2024

In 1853 the Allegheny Valley Railroad layed track from Pittsburgh to Kittanning. Stations opened along the railway including one at Kelly’s Station, Armstrong County. This merchant crock was sold at the Beaty’s store there

05/11/2024

Does anyone know where the Stewart dairy farm was located ?

05/11/2024

Vintage telephone operators set Kittanning PA. Dates to Kittanning telephone co days

02/10/2024

Many thanks to Rich Farah for finding this

26/09/2024

1860 Armstrong County artistry.