History Speaks Lecture: "What's in a Name? Exploring the History Behind Blair County Locations"

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Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm

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Railroaders Memorial Museum | Altoona, PA

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Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 7:00 PM for the next installment of our History Speaks Lecture Series titled "What's in a Name? Exploring the History Behind Blair County Locations!" For this presentation, local author and historian Kevin Stiver will explore the history and origins behind the names of different Blair County towns, neighborhoods, historic sites, and more!
This presentation will take place over at the Railroaders Memorial Museum, and admission is FREE and open to the public. However, donations to the Blair County Historical Society are welcome!
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