The Colerain Forges Mansion

05/30/2026

June is here and tickets are still available for Bluegrass at Colerain, June 19th at 7:00.
Consider spending a summer evening on the lawn of The Colerain Forges Mansion listening to Frank Solivan and the Dirty Kitchen!!
Please visit coleraincenter.org for information and tickets!

On the National Register of Historic Places, Colerain Forges Mansion was started around 1800, with additions by the ironmaster David Stewart and his family in the 1830s through the 1860s. The estate includes the mansion and the stone house, built in the early 1800s, as well as 10 acres of woods, his...

05/25/2026

Did you ever want to try you hand at blacksmithing? Here's your opportunity, on July 11th 2026 from 10am - 3pm The Colerain Forges Mansion will be having its first of hopefully many blacksmithing workshops.
Join historical blacksmith Dave Petit as he guides you though the basics of blacksmithing using historical methods with tools of the trade. No experience or tools needed. Tools and materials will be provided. Cost is $60 per person.
Space is limited, so register early. Any questions please reach out to [email protected]. You can also visit coleraincenter.org to purchase tickets.

05/22/2026

May 22, 1822 David Stewart and Sarah Walker were married. David was the manager of Pennsylvania Furnace and Sarah was the daughter of John Walker of Alexandria, Huntingdon Co. In 1831, David became the ironmaster of Colerain Forges and moved his young family to the Colerain Forges Mansion. The Stewart family lived in the mansion from 1831-1919.

05/17/2026

!!Volunteers Needed!!
The Colerain Forges Mansion is looking for a few extra volunteers to help with the Bluegrass concert on June 19th, 2026. Some of the tasks that we will need help with are parking, site prep, and clean up afterwards. If you are interested in lending a hand, you can contact the mansion at 814-632-5621 or [email protected]
Looking forward to hearing from you!

05/16/2026

Are you interested in industrial archaeology or just want to learn about uncovering history beneath your feet? We are 2 weeks away from Colerain Forges Mansion's spring archaeology workshop. There are spots still available to sign up and take part in uncovering Colerain's rich history.
Come on out, roll up your sleeves, and dig in!
Visit coleraincenter.org or email [email protected] for more information and to register.

On the National Register of Historic Places, Colerain Forges Mansion was started around 1800, with additions by the ironmaster David Stewart and his family in the 1830s through the 1860s. The estate includes the mansion and the stone house, built in the early 1800s, as well as 10 acres of woods, his...

05/16/2026

ATTENTION!!! Blue grass lovers and enthusiasts, tickets are now available for The Colerain Forges Mansion's family-friendly early evening of top-flight BLUEGRASS straight outta Nashville!!
Grammy-nominated FRANK SOLIVAN AND DIRTY KITCHEN performing outdoors at the beautiful and historic Colerain Forges Mansion just a short, country drive from State College, Huntingdon, Tyrone, and Altoona. A great way to end the workweek with fine music on a warm summer solstice evening.
Friday, June 19. Grounds open at 6:00 PM with Showtime 7:00 PM. Ticket Price: $20.00

Hope to see you out there!

05/09/2026

Looking for something to treat Mom to? Consider bringing her for a tour tomorrow of The Colerain Forges Mansion! Open tomorrow April 10th 2026 for tours starting at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm.

You can visit coleraincenter.org to book a tour or walk-on at your chosen time.
$10 for adults and $5 for children 6-16

Hope to see you out!

05/06/2026

Today is the day to help support Colerain Center with your donations! Starting today, May 6th, at 8 am to May 7th at 8 pm, you can visit centregives.org, search for Colerain Center, and give your donation.

Donations help the Colerain Center in its mission of education, preservation and the arts. We appreciate and thank you for your support!

05/05/2026

LOCALS! A heads-up. Mark your calendars!! A family-friendly early evening of top-flight BLUEGRASS straight outta Nashville!!
Grammy-nominated FRANK SOLIVAN AND DIRTY KITCHEN performing outdoors at the beautiful and historic Colerain Forges Mansion just a short country drive from State College, Huntingdon, Tyrone, and Altoona. A great way to end the workweek with fine music on a warm summer solstice evening.
Friday, June 19. Grounds open at 6:00 PM with Showtime 7:00 PM. Ticket Price: $20.00

05/03/2026

Colerain History Day was a great day! We were visited with a steady flow of interested folks. All the interpreters spent the whole time engaged with discussing their trades.

Colerain thanks all that took some time out of their day to visit us. We also whole heartily thank all the historical interpreters for their donation of time in helping Colerain with their mission of education, preservation, and the arts.

We are open today May 3rd for house tours.
Tours are at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm.
$10 for adults and $5 for kids 6-16

Hope to see you out!