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Mission Statement

The mission of the Bedford County Historical Society is to document, preserve, protect and promote the history and heritage of Bedford County, Pennsylvania.


© 2010 Pioneer Library, Bedford County Historical Society, Inc. All rights reserved.

Pioneer Library
Bedford County Historical Society, Inc.

6441 Lincoln Highway, Bedford, PA 15522
Phone: (814) 623-2011
Email: bedfordhistory@embarqmail.com


The Bedford County Historical Society operates the Pioneer Library, the county's most extensive collection of historical and genealogical materials. The society's Pioneer Library serves as a repository for all types of historical information and welcomes donations of materials.

We provide the resources and facilities for a broad spectrum of historical and genealogical research with knowledgeable staff to assist.

We also sponsor numerous programs, activities, exhibits and seminars throughout the year to highlight areas or events of historical significance to the county and surrounding regions.

Special Notice - Library Closing on September 6

The Bedford County Historical Society will be closed Monday, September 6, to observe Labor Day.

News Item - County Flag flies with the Coast Guard

The Bedford County Flag was recently flown over the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Monomoy in the Persian Gulf. Boatswain's Mate David Wenger of Cessna had the flag flown above the ship in January of this year. He recently returned home from duty and presented it to the Bedford County Historical Society. Click here to read the story that appeared recently in the Bedford Gazette.

News Item - Sale of the John Ickes Genealogy

We are having a special sale of the John Ickes Genealogy. This 350-page-book formerly sold for $25.00 and is now being offered for $10.00 plus $5.00 for shipping and handling. Click on John Ickes Genealogy for details or to buy a copy. And be sure to check out the other books and items we have for sale by clicking on the Store link in the panel on the left.

News Item - Ancestry.com

Ancestry.com is now available for free to Members and to Non-Members who have paid the customary Library User Fees.

5 Year Commemoration of the Civil War

In April 2011, the Bedford County Historical Society and other historical organizations in Bedford County will begin to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War. Over the next 5 years until 2015 there will be re-enactments, lectures, exhibits, and events to commemorate our ancestors that fought to preserve the Union. Click here for more details.