Stern Relates History Of Paris Companies
Sixty-five members and guests attended the DuBois Area Historical Society’s 40th dinner held at Christ Lutheran Church, DuBois. David Stern, CEO of Paris Companies was the guest speaker and presented the over 100-year history of the company. Stern, a 1969 DuBois Central Catholic graduate, has spent 50 years with Paris Companies, expanding its reach and influence. “I did everything from…
15th Lantern Walk On October 2
The DuBois Area Historical Society’s 15th Spirit of DuBois Lantern Walk is scheduled for October 7 with the first tour leaving the E. D. Reitz Museum, 30 W. Long Ave., at 5 p.m. with additional tours every 15 minutes. To make advance reservations for a specific walk time, telephone 814-371-4627 between 10 a.m. and 9 p.m., starting September 25. Tour…
Panel Unveiling Scheduled
An official unveiling of one of the DuBois Area Historical Society’s recently installed interpretive panels is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Tuesday, September 12. All are invited to attend. The unveiling will be for the panel featuring the history of the Van Tassel Tannery. It is located near Juniata Lake across from Juniata Elementary School, the site of the Van…
Penn State DuBois Students Help at Museum
Due to COVID restrictions, Penn State DuBois students visited the DuBois Area Historical Society as part of the campus’ Community Outreach Day. Incoming freshmen along with faculty and staff group leaders participate in the event, which is a part of new student orientation. Once at the Society, they were given a brief presentation on DuBois history and its links to…