Difference between revisions of "Schuylkill County Almshouse"
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Revision as of 01:22, 29 March 2012
| Schuylkill County Almshouse | |
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| Opened | 1833 |
| Demolished | 2011 |
| Current Status | Closed |
| Building Style | Single Building |
| Location | Schuylkill Haven, PA |
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Original building was built in 1833. it began as a single building almshouse which later grew to multiple buildings, one being dedicated to care of the insane. Later the insane department closed and the building was used for contagious disease and quarantine. It was last used as a nursing home.
In 2011 the original 1833 building was completely demolished. It stood on the current campus of Penn State Schuylkill.
Images of Schuylkill County Almshouse
Main Image Gallery: Schuylkill County Almshouse
