Erie County Historical Society at the Hagen History Center
About the Business
The Erie County Historical Society at the Hagen History Center, located at 356 West 6th Street in Erie, Pennsylvania, is a museum dedicated to preserving the history of Erie County and its residents. The institution recently received an award for its award-winning exhibit, the Story of Us, which showcases the founding and development of Erie County through photos and interactive displays. The exhibit has been recognized by the Pennsylvania Federation of Museums and Historical Organizations.
In addition to its exhibits, the institution also offers access to the Journal of Erie Studies, which is now available online thanks to Penn State University Press. The journal, which was published from 1972 to 2019, provides valuable insights into the history of Erie County and its surrounding areas.
For members of the Hagen History Center Curtze Circle, there are special events and tours available, including private tours of the archives building conducted by the Executive Director. The institution also serves as a unique and picturesque venue for weddings and events, with options to host celebrations in a Victorian mansion or rustic farmhouse on the beautiful grounds of the Hagen History Center.
With its convenient location near downtown Erie and Bayfront attractions, the Hagen History Center offers visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the rich history of Erie County. The museum is open throughout the week, with varying hours each day to accommodate guests and researchers alike.
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Location & Phone number
356 W 6th St, Erie, PA 16507, United States
Hours open
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:
12:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Reviews
"Watson Curtse Mansion is definitely worth a trip,stunning!"
"We went on a Friday before a big event on Saturday that would keep the place closed to the public that day. We got right in and were allowed to explore the whole place by ourselves, including some displays on this history of Erie, the offices of Frank Lloyd Wright that were moved there from San Francisco, and the Mansion on the same campus. We appreciated that we could actually go into the rooms and see things up close. I hope they have good cameras, because we felt like we almost lived there. I would recommend this place to anyone with an appreciation for Frank Lloyd Wright and for beautiful old houses."
"I grew up in southeastern PA, so I had no idea about Erie, the history, people, industry, etc. The Hagen History Center has all that! Exhibits involved a lot of reading, displays had a little bit of interactivity, and I got the impression they painted a pretty rosy picture of Erie and the hard stuff (like racism). I'm a Frank Lloyd Wright nut, and being able to walk through his actual San Francisco office was a real treat! If I went back, I'd do a guided tour. When we were exiting, a tour guide was talking about Frank Lloyd Wright, and she was really interesting and engaging. F or a $10 admission, you get access to three buildings, so it's well worth the cost."
"Very cool historical museum! The mansion is gorgeous! And the frank Lloyd wright office exhibit is a must for any Wright fan!"
"Wow! When I first moved to Erie, 11 years ago, I checked out the Watson-Curtze museum. It was beautiful. I enjoyed it. The history museum was still on State, and while it while small, it was cute for a a small city. This current visit, was INCREDIBLE!!’ Thank you for doing such a great job. I learned so much about our city and I can’t wait to come back."
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