Millcreek Township near Erie in Erie County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Barracks
Stull Interpretive Center
In the 1920s, a small rustic building known as the Police Barracks, served as the "State Park Police" headquarters. In 1935, the building was moved to the sawmill area and a new wooden structure was built here in its place.
The use of this building has changed from law enforcement and administration to first aid and education, but the adjacent Barracks Beach serves as a reminder of its original use.
Built in the 1920s
A small shack served as the law enforcement hub of the park.
From 1935 to 1962
A wood structure functioned as a police barracks and administration building.
From 1982 to 1990
This building took on a new role. It became the park's first nature center. In 1994, the newly renovated building was dedicated as the Stull Interpretive Center to commemorate the conservation works of Jean and Jim Stull.
Erected by Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Notable Buildings • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1935.
Location. 42° 7.516′ N, 80° 8.877′ W. Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A Partnership Is Born (a few steps from this marker); A Walk in the Park (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Leo's Landing (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Old Road (approx. 1.1 miles away); Giant Gondola Wheel (approx. 1.2 miles away); Presque Isle (approx. 1.3 miles away); The Bell Tower and Carillon (approx. 1.4 miles away); Erie (approx. 1.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Erie.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 16, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 229 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 16, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
