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Discover the rich industrial heritage of southwestern Pennsylvania at West Overton Village.
Learn how the Overholts’ small family farm transformed throughout the 19th century into a thriving business and hub of industry.
Explore the 1838 Overholt Homestead and other notable buildings on a guided tour of West Overton Village, offered May - October.
Create a memorable experience at our beautiful historic venue!
Celebrate West Overton's 95th anniversary with free pie, ice cream, lawn games, and museum admission.
Explore places beyond our usual guided tour on this special walking tour about our historic village.
Explore history with hands-on activities at West Overton Village. Collaborative event with our neighbors, the Fort Allen Antique Farm Equipment Association's Ice Cream Summer Fun Festival.
Celebrate Pennsylvania whiskey at our annual event that supports historic preservation and education at West Overton Village.
Our new exhibition explores industrial change in a rural community
Explore the industrialization of West Overton through stories of its villagers. Discover how these working people, from farmers to miners to housekeepers and more, weathered transformations in business, labor, and technology and represent broader stories in American history.
West Overton Village preserves about 40 acres of the Overholt family's original farm. It was established as a museum by Helen Clay Frick in memory of her father, Henry Clay Frick, who was born on the property.
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