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, and we are moving on to repainting, floor refinishing, and replacement of carpet and soundproofing materials. We fully expect to reopen by early spring. In the meantime, we apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to remediate and repair our beloved flagship museum.

The Heritage Discovery Center/Johnstown Children’s Museum is unaffected and operating normal business hours. Welcome!

JAHA at Home: Russell Shorto and Richard Burkert discuss “Smalltime”

JAHA at Home: Russell Shorto and Richard Burkert discuss “Smalltime”

Posted: February 19, 2021 10:26 am

On Feb. 11, 2021, Russell Shorto discussed his new book, “Smalltime: A Story of My Family and the Mob,” with Richard Burkert, JAHA president. There was great interest in this virtual presentation, and we reached the webinar’s 250 capacity. We are grateful to Russell and to the Cambria County Library, which co-hosted the event, for allowing us to post the recording of the conversation for anyone who was unable to attend!