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Some of the renovations completed at the McKean County Historical Society's Old Jail Museum in Smethport.

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June 25, 2025

With heart and history, museum returns refreshed

By SAVANNAH BARR

s.barr@bradfordera.com

SMETHPORT – After closing its doors for several weeks of renovations, the McKean County Historical...

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