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Education

PennWest Small Business Development Center – SBDC

Starting or growing a small business in Pennsylvania just got easier, thanks to the PennWest Clarion Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Offering no-cost, confidential consulting services, the SBDC supports entrepreneurs across Armstrong, Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Elk, ... Read more

LHR Year in Review

Lumber Heritage Region: 2023 Year in Review

In 2023, the Lumber Heritage Region celebrated major achievements, including the reprint of the Thomas Taber III book series, the development of a comprehensive marketing plan, and the expansion of our diversity study, setting the stage for continued success in 2024. Read more

Education

Stay Ahead with the Ben Franklin Learning Center

In the ever-evolving world of business and digital marketing, staying informed is crucial. The Ben Franklin Learning Center (BFLC) in Erie, PA, has been a trusted resource for over 15 years, providing unbiased, research-based training to help businesses and professionals excel in... Read more

Education

An Education in Forestry with PA Forest Careers

The forestry and wood products industry is a cornerstone of Pennsylvania’s economy, employing over 66,000 people and contributing to 10% of the state’s manufacturing jobs. With the largest hardwood forest in the United States—boasting 121.6 billion board feet of standing saw timb... Read more

LHR Year in Review

Lumber Heritage Region: 2022 Year in Review

In 2022, the Lumber Heritage Region expanded partnerships, achieved significant project milestones, and honored the legacy of key figures, setting the stage for continued success and community engagement in 2023. Read more

LHR Year in Review

Lumber Heritage Region: 2021 Year in Review

In 2021, the Lumber Heritage Region achieved significant milestones, from finalizing our Diversity Study to receiving the PA Route 6 Heritage Tourism Award, while nearly doubling our partnerships and increasing unrestricted funds. Read more

Resources

The Vital Role of Pennsylvania’s Working Forests

Pennsylvania's forests are hard at work, providing immense benefits to both our environment and economy. Covering 16.62 million acres, these forests are indispensable to the Commonwealth, contributing in countless ways that often go unnoticed. Read more

Historical Societies

Clearfield County Historical Society

We invite you to explore the origins and diversity of Clearfield County, Pennsylvania and its people. Here you can conduct research, browse our wealth of exhibits and publications, and join us in preserving and understanding our heritage as a diverse and dynamic people throu... Read more

Historical Societies

Clarion County Historical Society

Clarion County Historical Society was established in 1955 and includes a County history museum, genealogy and history library & archives. "Preserving the Legacy of Clarion County." Read more

Historical Societies

Centre County Historical Society

Founded in 1904, the Centre County Historical Society (CCHS) is the oldest and largest history organization in the county, serving as the official historical society of Centre County. It is a membership and volunteer based educational non-profit organization that works collaborat... Read more

Historical Societies

Cameron County Historical Society

Cameron County Historical Society - Research Center Explore the History of the people of Cameron County through the Little Museum and our Historical & Genealogy Research Center. Little Museum is located on the Scenic Bucktail Trail, PA Route 120, about 9 miles South of Empo... Read more

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