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State Correctional Institution – Frackville

The State Correctional Institution – Frackville is a maximum-security correctional facility for males off Interstate 81 in Ryan Township in rural Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, on the outskirts of Frackville and about 40 miles (64 km) northwest of Reading. In 2017, the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections considered closing the prison, as part of an attempt by the state government to reduce the state's budget deficit. However, the prison was spared closure. Had SCI - Frackville closed it would likely have dealt a significant blow to the local economy, as it employs over 400 staff. In December of 2025, Frackville held 1,149 inmates against a public capacity of 1,289 individuals, or 89.1%. Construction and development of SCI-Frackville Construction of SCI-Frackville cost $33 Million to construct and spurred development of motels and other businesses in the area. Notable prisoners George Feigley served part of his sentence at SCI-Frackville. He and his wife Sandra's website www.prisoners.com was highly critical of the prison. Anthony Peterson Jr. was to serve 11 years of the 14-year sentence for shooting Curtis Brinkley. According to Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, Peterson served his sentence at this facility. Harold Haulman, serial killer See also List of Pennsylvania state prisons References External links Penna. Department of Corrections - SCI Frackville
SCI Houtzdale

State Correctional Institution – Houtzdale is a 1500-bed correctional facility located outside Houtzdale in southern Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, along Pennsylvania Route 153. Background SCI Houtzdale was built to address overcrowding elsewhere in Pennsylvania's prison system. The facility broke ground in 1994. The facility cost $70 Million to construct and, when opened in January 1996, had a bed capacity of 1,587. In December of 2025, Houtzdale held 2,160 inmates against a public capacity of 2,420 individuals, or 89.3%. Illegal substances The prison has had several incidents with illegal drugs. In March 2019, a member of prison staff was found to be delivering a "large quantity" of drugs to an inmate at the facility. In 2025, a female visitor was found to have brought drugs to supply an inmate at the facility during a visitation meeting. Staff and inmate relations In 2012, a corrections worker pled guilty to sexual assault against an inmate at the facility. In April 2015, inmates refusing to return to their housing units started a riot that injured five members of staff. In June 2019, an officer working at the facility was seriously hurt after an assault by an inmate. In October 2019, a corrections worker was charged after she was found to be having a sexual relationship with an inmate. Inmates have described acts of cruelty by contractors working at the facility. Inmate deaths The facility has had a number of inmate deaths. In August 2020, inmate Garrick Bloom was strangled to death, it was later ruled a homicide. In January 2021, the facility reported their first inmate death to the COVID-19 pandemic. In May 2022, an inmate was found dead in his cell. In June 2023, Roberto Quevada was found dead in his cell after being killed by his cellmate. In February 2024, Daniel Barnett was found dead in his cell. That October, inmate Anthony Raimo was found dead in his cell. The next month, inmate Lance Heverly was found unresponsive in his cell. Notable inmates Warren McGlone (alias Steady B) - Hip hop artist, convicted in the murder of Philadelphia Police Department officer Lauretha Vaird in a bank robbery. He's now in SCI Phoenix See also List of Pennsylvania state prisons References
State Correctional Institution – Laurel Highlands

State Correctional Institution – Laurel Highlands is a minimum-security facility in Somerset Township, Pennsylvania, about 70 miles (110 km) southeast of Pittsburgh. The prison houses minimum-security inmates, particularly geriatric and mentally ill males. In December of 2025, Pine Grove held 1,474 inmates against a public capacity of 1,653 individuals, or 89.2%. History SCI – Laurel Highlands is on the campus of the former Somerset State Hospital, which closed in mid-1995. The facility was then converted into its current facility and opened in 1996. Notable inmates Thomas W. Druce, former Pennsylvania State Representative, convicted for leaving the scene of an accident, insurance fraud, and tampering with evidence, in the fatal killing of a 42-year-old former U.S. Marine; Druce was released in 2006. John du Pont, convicted in the murder of Olympic gold-medalist wrestler Dave Schultz; du Pont died in prison in 2010. Ira Einhorn, nicknamed The Unicorn Killer, evaded justice for over two decades before being extradited from France in 2001 to stand trial for the 1977 murder of his girlfriend Holly Maddux; Einhorn died in prison on April 2, 2020. George Feigley, sex cult leader and child molester Scott Ritter, intelligence officer and sex offender Jerry Sandusky, former Penn State football coach and serial child molester See also List of Pennsylvania state prisons References External links Official website
State Correctional Institution – Mahanoy

State Correctional Institution – Mahanoy is a 1,000-cell, all-male, medium-security correctional facility located along Interstate 81 in Mahanoy Township, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. In December of 2025, Mahanoy held 2,277 inmates against a public capacity of 2,520 individuals, or 90.4%. Construction of SCI-Mahanoy Mahanoy was one of four 1,000-bed medium-security correctional facilities constructed in Pennsylvania around the same time. The facility cost $117 million to construct and is on a 222-acre tract of land that was originally leased by the county commissioners. Construction began in July 1991 and the prison opened two years later. Notable inmates Mumia Abu-Jamal, convicted of the murder of Daniel Faulkner Mark Canty, convicted in the Murder of Lauretha Vaird David Freeman, convicted in the Freeman family murders Joshua Komisarjevsky, convicted in the Cheshire, Connecticut, home invasion murders Robert Nauss, convicted of the murder of Elizabeth Lande See also List of Pennsylvania state prisons References Further reading Nussbaum, Alex (June 24, 1993). "Keys, bars not necessary to secure inmates". Pottsville Republican. Pottsville, Pennsylvania. pp. 17-18 – via Newspapers.com. External links Penna. Department of Corrections - SCI Mahanoy
State Correctional Institution – Mercer

State Correctional Institution – Mercer is a minimum-security correctional facility near Mercer in the northwestern part of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In December of 2025 Mercer held 1,379 inmates against a public capacity of 1,476 individuals, or 93.4%. History Originally housing inmates from the 14 northwestern Pennsylvania counties. In 1986, the facility also accepted inmates from the southwestern 9-county region that were utilizing SCI-Greensburg. Presently, inmates from all over the commonwealth are housed at SCI Mercer. Physical Plant There are 30 buildings on SRCF Mercer's Campus (23 inside the 37.5 acre fenced perimeter). The campus is air-conditioned (electric system). Nine diesel backup generators serve as emergency power. The institution operates its own sewage treatment plant, having a 104,000 gallon daily capacity. See also List of Pennsylvania state prisons References
State Correctional Institution – Muncy

State Correctional Institution – Muncy (SCI Muncy) is a Pennsylvania Department of Corrections prison for women in Clinton Township, Lycoming County, near Muncy. SCI Muncy, a medium/maximum security prison, houses Pennsylvania's death row for women. In 1920, Muncy Industrial Home opened as a training school for imprisoned women between 16 and 30. In 1953 the industrial home became a part of the Bureau of Correction. The industrial home is now SCI Muncy. SCI Muncy is the diagnostic center for female offenders in the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. It also houses the Young Adult Offenders program. SCI Muncy has received some press coverage for its service dog training program. As of 2019, the prison housed 1,472 prisoners, including 170 with life sentences. After inmate Shonda Walter's death sentence was reduced to life in 2016, there were no remaining women on Pennsylvania's death row. In December of 2025 SCI Muncy held 1,028 inmates against a public capacity of 1,642 individuals, or 62.6%. Operations John Beauge of Pennlive.com reported that the prison "still resembles an early 1900s small college campus, albeit one with a few plain, modern buildings added over the years." The restricted housing unit houses some women with disciplinary issues. Notable inmates Tabitha Buck, convicted in the murder of Laurie Show (released). Mary Jane Fonder, convicted in the murder of Rhonda Smith (deceased). Amber Meidinger, convicted in the murder of Jennifer Daugherty. Peggy Darlene Miller, convicted in the murder of Jennifer Daugherty. Sylvia Seegrist, convicted in the October 30, 1985, shooting at Springfield Mall in Springfield, Pennsylvania, that left three people dead. Sharon Wiggins, convicted of bank robbery and murder (deceased). Michelle Sue Tharp, convicted in the murder of her 7-year-old daughter. Tharp was initially sentenced to death; she was granted a resentencing in 2014 which was still pending as of 2024. References External links "SCI Muncy." Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Eaton, Alissa. "Veterinarians help preserve service dog training program at state correctional facility." Sun Gazette. December 2, 2008.
State Correctional Institution – Waymart

State Correctional Institution – Waymart is a medium-security correctional facility located in Canaan Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania, outside Waymart, in the extreme northeast corner of the commonwealth. SCI Waymart also houses a unit (Forensic Treatment Unit) for mentally disabled males needing psychiatric care and treatment. The facility is located on the site of the former Farview State Hospital. In December of 2025, Waymart held 1,223 inmates against a public capacity of 1,462 individuals, or 83.7%. Opening of SCI Waymart The opening of this institution was pressed due to the 1989 riots at State Correctional Institution - Camp Hill. From the opening until 1995, the correctional facility and the still-open Farview State Hospital operated jointly, unique for the commonwealth. In 1995, the Department of Public Welfare turned over hospital operations to the Department of Corrections. See also List of Pennsylvania state prisons References External links Penna. Department of Corrections - SCI Waymart
State Museum of Pennsylvania

State Museum of Pennsylvania je neziskové muzeum v Harrisburgu, spravované státem Pensylvánie prostřednictvím Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Je součástí Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex. Muzeum je obecně známo pod názvem William Penn Memorial Museum podle velké sochy Williama Penna v centrální hale. Historie Guvernér Samuel W. Pennypacker podepsal 28. března 1905 zakládající dokumenty pro State Museum of Pennsylvania. 1. března 1907 se sbírky a zaměstnanci nastěhovali do Executive Office Building. Součástí Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission se muzeum stalo v roce 1945 a do současné budovy se přestěhovalo v roce 1964. Stavba má kruhový půdorys a sbírky jsou umístěny od přízemí do třetího patra. Ve čtvrtém a pátém patře sídlí úředníci muzea a Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Sbírky V muzeu je multimediální planetárium a sbírky dokumentující historii Pensylvánie od prehistorických dob až do současnosti. Každoročně ho navštíví kolem 300 tisíc osob. Ve sbírkách jsou významně zastoupeny artefakty z Americké občanské války a technické a průmyslové vynálezy. Počet muzeálních exemplářů přesahuje 3 miliony. Reference V tomto článku byl použit překlad textu z článku State Museum of Pennsylvania na anglické Wikipedii. Externí odkazy Obrázky, zvuky či videa k tématu State Museum of Pennsylvania na Wikimedia Commons Oficiální stránka muzea
State Museum of Pennsylvania

The State Museum of Pennsylvania is a non-profit history museum at 300 North Street in downtown Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States. It is run by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission to preserve and interpret the Commonwealth's history and culture. It is a part of the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex. History On March 28, 1905, Governor Samuel W. Pennypacker signed legislation establishing the museum for "the preservation of objects illustrating the flora and fauna of the state, and its mineralogy, geology, archeology, arts and history." The State Museum of Pennsylvania mission statement was influenced by the many other state museums that were already established, including those in New York (New York State Museum), Illinois (Illinois State Museum), and Indiana (Indiana State Museum). Later in 1905, Pennypacker signed Act 481, giving the museum $20,000 in startup funding for its creation. On March 1, 1907, the museum staff and collection moved into the Executive Office Building. It became part of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission in 1945 and moved to its present building in 1964. It is located adjacent to the Pennsylvania State Capitol. The building is round, and the museum exhibits are on its ground, first, second, and third floors. The museum staff's offices and Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission are on the fourth and fifth floors. In 2014, the building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Exhibits The museum's central hall features a large statue of William Penn, who founded the Province of Pennsylvania in 1681 during the British colonial era. The museum includes a multi-media planetarium, as well as four floors of exhibits and displays covering Pennsylvania history from prehistoric times through current events. Visitation averages 315,000 people annually. Among the features are an extensive collection of artifacts and exhibitions related to the American Civil War including Peter Rothermel's massive Battle of Gettysburg: Pickett's Charge, and an extensive collection of industrial and technological innovations, including artwork, paintings, dioramas, and other audio-visuals aid in the interpretation. There are over three million objects in the museum's collections. The museum has many exhibits that showcase Pennsylvania history. The state museum divided its exhibits into three categories; permanent, changing, and online. References External links Official website
Museo Estatal de Pensilvania

El Museo Estatal de Pensilvania es un museo ubicado en 300 North Street en el centro de Harrisburg, administrado por la Commonwealth de Pensilvania a través de la Comisión Histórica y de Museos de Pensilvania para preservar e interpretar la historia y la cultura de la región.​ Es parte de la Complejo del Capitolio del estado de Pensilvania. Mientras que su nombre oficial es "Museo Estatal de Pensilvania", en ocasiones tanto el público como las publicación oficiales se refieren a las instalaciones como el Museo Conmemorativo William Penn; la sala central del museo presenta una estatua grande de William Penn.​ Historia El 28 de marzo de 1905, el gobernador Samuel W. Pennypacker firmó una legislación que fundó el Museo Estatal de Pensilvania. El propósito del museo en ese tiempo era la "preservación de ilustraciones de la flora y fauna del estado y la mineralogía, geología, arqueología, artes e historia."​ La declaración de la misión del museo fue influenciado por otros museos estatales que ya se encontraban establecidos como los de Nueva York, Illinois e Indiana. Más tarde en 1905, Pennypacker firmó la Ley 481 la cual le dio al museo 20,000 dólares de la época. El 1 de marzo de 1907, el personal y la colección del museo fueron trasladados al edificio de Oficinas Ejecutivas. Se convirtió en parte de la Comisión Histórica y de Museos de Pensilvania en 1945, y se trasladaron a sus instalaciones actuales en 1964. Está localizado adyacente al edificio del Capitolio del estado. El edificio es redondo y las exposiciones de museo están repartidas en la planta baja y primer, segundo y tercer piso mientras que las oficinas del personal de Comisión Histórica y de Museos de Pensilvania se ubican en el cuarto y quinto piso.​ El edificio fue listado en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos en 2014.​​ Exposiciones El museo incluye un planetario multimedia, así como cuatro pisos de exposiciones dedicadas a la historia de Pensilvania desde la era prehistórica hasta acontecimientos actuales. En el museo se encuentra una exhibición y una colección de los artefactos relacionados con la Guerra de Secesión, así como una colección extensa de innovaciones industriales y tecnológicas. Obras de arte, pinturas, dioramas, y medios audiovisuales apoyan las exhibiciones. Hay más de tres millones de objetos en las colecciones del museo.​ El museo estatal cuenta con tres categorías de exhibiciones diferentes; permanentes, temporales y exposiciones en línea.​ Galería Referencias Enlaces externos Sitio web oficial del Museo Estatal de Pensilvania
State Theatre (Easton, Pennsylvania)

The State Theatre, officially known as the State Theatre Center for the Arts, is a 1,500-seat, historic, American theater that is located in the City of Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. History The building began to take its present form in 1910, when modified from a bank building to a vaudeville theater, called the Neumeyers Vaudeville House. The building was extensively modified in 1926, to include a larger auditorium, balcony, and lush decorations; at that time it was renamed "The State." The building is asymmetrical with a cut stone Beaux-Arts style facade and large overhanging marquee. The theater has hosted the Freddy Awards, which honor the best in high school theater programs in the Lehigh Valley, every year since the inaugural show in 2003. References External links Media related to State Theatre (Easton, Pennsylvania) at Wikimedia Commons State Theatre Center for the Arts website
Steinman Hardware Store

Steinman Hardware Store is a historic commercial building located at Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1886, and is a three-story, brick and cast iron building in the Queen Anne style. It features a brick and stone balustrade at the roofline and a cut stone, metal, and stained glass storefront believed to date to 1744. As of April 2025, South County Brewing Company is opening their 3rd retail location on premise. The Steinman Hardware Store was first located at this site in 1793. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. References
Stevens High School (Lancaster, Pennsylvania)

Stevens High School, also known as Girls High School and Stevens Elementary School, is an historic, former American high school building located in Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. History and architectural features Designed by noted Lancaster architect C. Emlen Urban and built between 1904 and 1905, this historic structure is a three-story, rectangular brick and brownstone building that was created in the Second Renaissance Revival style. It has a slate covered mansard roof and terra cotta ornamentation. The building measures 176 feet wide and 74 feet deep. It operated as a high school until 1938, when it was designated an elementary school. The school is named for Congressman Thaddeus Stevens (1792–1868). References
Stillwater Covered Bridge No. 134

The Stillwater Covered Bridge No. 134 is a historic wooden covered bridge located at Stillwater in Columbia County, Pennsylvania. It is a 151-foot-long (46 m), Burr Truss arch bridge with a galvanized steel roof constructed in 1849. It crosses the Big Fishing Creek. It is one of 28 historic covered bridges in Columbia and Montour Counties. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. Gallery References
Stone Valley Recreation Area

The Stone Valley Recreation Area is an outdoor recreational and educational facility that is operated by Pennsylvania State University. It is located in Huntingdon County near the village of Mooresville. History Pennsylvania State University contracted with the federal government in 1940 to construct roads and buildings on the land to help the school's educational program. In 1954, the land was given fully to the university. A dam was finished in 1960 to provide easy access to the area, and the Stone Valley Recreation Area was created. Notable features The Stone Valley Recreation Area is a multi-use park that is shared by the Penn State Forestry department, Shaver's Creek Environmental Center and Stone Valley Vertical Adventures. The 700-acre (2.8 km2) property is located over the mountain from the village of Pine Grove Mills, Pennsylvania, along Shaver's Creek. Hiking and fishing are among the activities available to visitors. Vertical Adventures, which is operated by Penn State Student Affairs, is a multi-element, high-ropes challenge course that serves the university and surrounding communities by offering team development and group building training. It also hosts a small summer program for middle school and high school children. The lake at Stone Valley Recreation Area was drained in 2008 when state regulations regarding dam specifications changed. Lake Perez was filled back up in 2014 and is on the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's restocking list. All boating and fishing activities resumed as of April 2014. References External links Stone Valley website Stone Valley at Trails.com
Stover–Winger Farm

The Stover–Winger Farm, also known as Tayamentasachta, is an historic farm complex that is located in Antrim Township in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. History and architectural features The house was built in the 1840s or 1850s, and is a two-story, four-bay, T-shaped, brick dwelling. It has a two-story, three-bay, brick-cased, log wing and a one-story, shed-roofed porch that wraps around three sides of the building. Also located on the property are a contributing brick beehive oven, a brick end bank barn that was built in 1849 and rebuilt in 1876 after a fire, a frame wagon shed, and a metal "Stover Wind Engine". The farm was purchased by the Greencastle-Antrim School District in 1966. The property includes the spring named Tayamentasachta, a favorite camp site for the Delaware Indians. Gallery References