Our Locations

Our Locations

Where to find us

The Clearfield County Historical Society invites visitors to explore local history across several locations throughout the county. Each site offers a unique window into the past, giving guests the opportunity to discover the people, places, and stories that shaped our county.

  • Kerr House Museum

    The Kerr House Museum, operated by the Clearfield County Historical Society, is a preserved Victorian-era home built around 1880 that offers visitors a window into the history and daily life of Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. Once home to James Kerr, a prominent coal and railroad industrialist and U.S. Congressman, the property was acquired by the Historical Society in 1962 and has served as a museum ever since. Today, guests can explore a wide range of exhibits across numerous rooms, covering everything from Native American artifacts and local industry to Victorian home life, military history, and more.

  • William B. Alexander V Research Center

    The William B. Alexander V Research Center offers visitors the opportunity to explore family history and local records. With access to photographs, documents, and reference materials, the center is a valuable resource for researchers, genealogists, and anyone curious about their connection to Clearfield County’s past.

  • The Carriage House

    Originally used to house the Kerr family's horses and carriage, the Carriage House behind the Kerr House Museum has been transformed into an exhibit space highlighting Clearfield County history. Its centerpiece is a circa-1900 horse-drawn steam pumper fire engine, complemented by a range of other displays including a funeral coach, an airmail exhibit, HAM radio and telephone communication displays, and a locally manufactured Banta icebox. Together, these exhibits offer visitors a closer look at the transportation, communication, and emergency services that shaped everyday life in the region.

  • Bloody Knox Cabin

    Bloody Knox marks the 1864 shootout where Union troops confronted deserters at Tom Adams’ log cabin in Knox Township. Adams killed a Union soldier, was killed in return fire, and 18 men were arrested that night. The current 1860s cabin—moved to the exact site in 2004—sits on a one‑acre property with additional period buildings and equipment.