Category
Managing organization
Address
184 Sherman Ave,
Vandergrift, PA 15690
Vandergrift, PA 15690
GeoLocation
Operating schedule
Open Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM
Phone number
724 568 1990
Email
vvmhs@comcast.net
Website
Victorian Vandergrift Museum is located in the Old Sherman School, 184 Sherman Avenue in Vandergrift, which is currently undergoing massive renovations for our use.
Within the museum, you will find a wealth of information from old photographs, memorabilia, and books to maps, microfiche, and documents. They also welcome guests to check out our visitors center. There you can make donations to VVMHS, become a member of the society, or browse and purchase items from the gift area.
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