Slippery Rock University - Saxigena Yearbook (Slippery Rock, PA)

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History “Past Perfectly Preserved” Take a step back in time and visit Western Pennsylvania in the 1700’s. Sound impossible? Actually it’s very easy, simply visit the Old Stone House. Built in 1822 by John Brown, the house served as a tavern and boarding house. It was also a major stage coach stop and transfer point because of its unique location at the intersection of the Butler-Mercer Pike. A decline in business resulted in the tavern being closed in 1885. The house was rented to families until the early Passing the Old Stone House on the way down Route 8 sorves as a reminder of the history our region possesses. Photo by Jeff McCutchoon 1900's when it was left to decay. Reconstruction began in 1963 by the Western Pennsylva; nia Historical and Museum Commission. The University assumed management of the house in February, 1983. The house consists of five rooms, one of which serves as a museum containing artifacts from Western Pennsylvania pioneer life. The remaining four rooms are decorated as taverns from the mid 1700’s through the mid 1800’s. We at the university seek the future eagerly, but keep in touch with our past through the Old Stone House. By Debbi Jennings