Due to an interior water leak on 1/23/25 caused by the recent extreme cold, the Johnstown Flood Museum ONLY is temporarily closed. Thankfully, nothing of historic significance was affected. As of 2/4, the water remediation team has concluded their work, which leaves repainting, floor refinishing, and replacement of carpet and soundproofing materials. We are currently waiting for insurance adjustors, a process we cannot control. In the meantime, we apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to remediate and repair our beloved flagship museum.

In the meantime, we are pleased to present Relic Tales of the Johnstown Floods at the Heritage Discovery Center, which is unaffected and operating normal business hours. This new temporary exhibition includes more than 200 artifacts and photographs, many of which have never been on display before, from the Johnstown flood of 1889 (as well as 1936 and 1977).  Welcome!

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JAHA at Home: Laurel Highlands Explorers, a new children’s book!

JAHA at Home: Laurel Highlands Explorers, a new children’s book!

Posted: October 22, 2021 1:59 pm

The Johnstown Area Heritage Association (JAHA) is delighted to share The Laurel Highlands Explorers, a children’s book which has been authored and illustrated by area high school students, a project made possible by a $30,000 grant from National Geographic! The book, which is meant for kids K-5, was created by students from Forest Hills Junior-Senior High School, Greater Johnstown High School, and Bishop McCort High School. It follows the story of some curious kids as they embark on a field trip — and discover how curiosity, responsibility, and empowerment. Flip through it below!

The digital exhibition accompanying the book can be seen below.

"The Laurel Highlands Explorers" Digital Exhibit