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The Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum are a National Historic Site near State College PA and Penn State University telling the story of America as seen through eight generations of the Boal family and their ancestors including Columbus, Napoleon and Richard Henry Lee (signer of the Declaration of Independence). The site includes the centuries-old Columbus Chapel, inherited and imported to Boalsburg from Spain in 1909 and containing the Admiral's Desk of Christopher Columbus, fine European paintings and statues and two pieces of the True Cross of Jesus.

Address: 163 Boal Estate Dr, Boalsburg, PA 16827, USA
Phone: (814) 466-6210
moc.muesumlaob@eciffo
State: Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 16827


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Amazing historical items associated with Christopher Columbus that you would never expect in rural central Pennsylvania.
8 years ago (18-07-2017)
They are very knowledgeable and friendly. Had a great afternoon.
8 years ago (02-08-2017)
My husband and I recently visited Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion. What a wonderful experience. Our guide was a never ending font of information. And how lucky is Boalsburg to have the Columbus Chapel right in our midst. A true gem that all should visit.
9 years ago (04-09-2016)
This place is a must see.
8 years ago (09-10-2017)
Get ready for some amazing history and sights. Worth two or three times the admission.
9 years ago (04-09-2016)
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