Corry Area Historical Society Inc

The Corry Area Historical Society, Inc. was born out of a search --- a search which began in 1959 and culminated on June 1, 1965 when the first meeting was held to form the Society.  The search was for a Climax engine - a coal-fired locomotive which was built in Corry up until 1930.  Once an engine was found, it was purchased for the scrap price of $2,500, and moved from Oneonta, N.Y. The next project would be to provide adequate cover for the old engine, which was built in 1928.  In 1967, the Climax engine was enclosed in a building built with volunteer labor. 

Our museum now houses over 20,000 artifacts in 12,000 sq. ft. of space. We look forward to sharing with you our local history in an area that covers  250 sq. miles.  The Board of Directors, members, and volunteers from the greater community have embarked on a journey of updating, preserving, and protecting the mission of the organization.  Our Mission is to collect and preserve (or present to the Historical Museum Building) any article or articles pertaining to the history of the Corry Area, which encompasses the Corry Area School District. 

In addition, our Archive Room is chock full of interesting photographs, maps, genealogical information, and notebooks filled with newspaper articles organized by last name, organization, business, or event.

We continue to exist and grow with the support of volunteers and guests, donations, grants, fund-raisers, and the generosity of the local communities and beyond. There is no admission fee to enter the museum. Donations are appreciated! We rely on the generosity of the community and guests. The Society is a key asset to the area, and a treasure trove of catalogued artifacts, photographs, journals, newspapers, documents and objects that tell the story of the Corry area and its relevance to current and future generations. Donation of time, talent, and money is always appreciated and used wisely!  Please contact the Corry Area Historical Society, Inc. for more information on becoming involved with the museum and Society.