Visit The American Philatelic Center

 

Visits & Tours

The American Philatelic Center is the home of the American Philatelic Society and American Philatelic Research Library. The Center is located in a restored nineteenth-century match factory complex on the National Historic Register — consisting of a series of interconnected buildings, the oldest of which were built in 1899. Visitors are welcome to tour the historic Center and see the valuable services we offer first hand!

 

Large group tours are welcome. Please schedule in advance by calling (814) 933-3803.

Hours of Operation:

* The APC is currently closed for visitors.

Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST

Closed on all major holidays:

  • January 1, 2021 New Year's Day
  • May 31, 2021 Memorial Day
  • July 5, 2021 Independence Day
  • Sept. 6, 2021 Labor Day
  • Nov. 25 & 26th, 2021 Thanksgiving Holiday
  • Dec. 24 & 27, 2021 Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

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How to get to Bellefonte

How to get to Bellefonte

Map Links and Directions to the American Philatelic Center

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State College Visitors Guide

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Welcome to Bellefonte

Explore Victorian Bellefonte with this YouTube video from the Bellefonte Intervalley Area Chamber of Commerce

State College Visitors Guide

Penn State Football Schedule

Beaver Stadium is less than 10 miles from the American Philatelic Center! Catch a game while you're in town.

 

 

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