Our Town: Brockway

Volunteer storytellers from Brockway, Pa. came together for the 86th production in the Our Town series. They capture the rich history of this vibrant community from prehistoric times till now. Watch as they share stories about Scouting, rails to trails, cleaning up streams, a village choir, young people’s careers, volunteer firefighting and so much more. Find out what makes Brockway a GREAT hometown!

More Episodes

Cresson

Volunteer storytellers from Cresson share stories about a love for singing, their schools and libraries, reading and sports programs, ambulance and fire departments, and the joys of train watching. Watch »

Posted on August 25, 2016

Windber

Volunteer storytellers from Windber share stories about the Arcadia Theater, Windber Youth Football, the Volunteer Fire Department, the Windber Area Museum, the Alumni Band, and so much more. Watch »

Posted on September 4, 2014

Portage

Volunteers from the Portage area share stories of coal mining and the railroads, the Portage Women’s Club and library, Summerfest, and Sanders Soda. Watch on the PBS App »

Posted on June 10, 2021

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There is no experience required to become a volunteer. WPSU provides the training and equipment needed to share your story. For more information, please contact project manager Carolyn Donaldson at cld285@psu.edu.

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