Contents of Columbus Chapel include his Admiral's Desk, European oil paintings and statues from the 14th through 17th centuries as well as two pieces of the True Cross, which were given to the Columbus family in 1817. The chapel was imported to the estate in 1909.
The Boal Mansion Museum contains the original furnishings, papers, portraits, tools and weapons from nine generations of this American family.
Hours:
May 1 to May 31: 1:30pm-5pm; Closed: Mon
June 1 to September 6: 10am-5pm; Sun:12pm-5pm; Closed: Mon, Mon
September 7 to October 31: 1:30pm-5pm; Closed: Mon, Mon, Mon
Always opened on: Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
The military history of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is featured at the Pennsylvania Military Museum, emphasizing roles of Pennsylvania based units and Pennsylvanians who served in all branches of the armed services during the 20th century. The 28th Division Shrine, housed on the museum grounds, was created by the 28th Division veterans of World War I to honor their service in France. A second memorial is dedicated to the men who gave their lives in World War II. The Pennsylvania Military Museum is one of the 26 historic sites along the Pennsylvania Trail of History.
Address: Pennsylvania Military Museum, Box 160A, Boalsburg, PA 16827-0660, United States
Phone: 1 (814) 466-6263, Fax: 1 (814) 466-6618
Hours:
Always opened on: Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May ), American Independance Day (July 4), Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)
Tips: Free admission on Charter Day, the 2nd Sunday in March and the 3rd Sunday in May. Call ahead for admission rates and hours.
Parking: Free
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
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