by RJ Thompson | Jul 12, 2020
BRAND IDENTITY Gallitzin Public Library A women-driven library rooted in religion. In 1913 the Gilson Sisters started a public library in the old Public School Building on Church Street. Upon their deaths, the Ladies Catholic Benevolent Association maintained a... 
by RJ Thompson | Jul 12, 2020
BRAND IDENTITY Johnstown District Libraries A district full of capability. The State of Pennsylvania is divided by Commonwealth Libraries into 29 geographic regions called districts. Within each district, the Deputy Secretary and Commissioner for Libraries designates... 
by RJ Thompson | Jul 12, 2020
BRAND IDENTITY South Fork Public Library A women-driven library in the heart of town. South Fork has had a library since 1966, as a result of a Women’s Club project, headed by the late Louise Dimond. The first location was in the basement of the former Lutheran... 
by RJ Thompson | Jul 12, 2020
BRAND IDENTITY Portage Public Library A women-driven library. Thanks to the efforts of local women, the Portage Public Library opened in 1927. It was located in one room over the old borough building. The library was kept in operation during those years through... 
by RJ Thompson | Jul 12, 2020
BRAND IDENTITY Lilly Washington Public Library From Bookmobile to permanent library. Starting in 1961, the Lilly-Washington area received library service from the Cambria County bookmobile. Shortly thereafter concerned residents of the community decided a permanent...