Inscription
David McMurtrie built this house in 1817. A pioneer family; leaders in local political and business affairs. Now houses the Historical Society and the Library of Huntingdon County.
Location
Address4th & Penn. Huntingdon
CityHuntingdon
CountyHuntingdon
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.484389, -78.010443
Sources
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