State College in Centre County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Ag Experiment Station
By Devry Becker Jones, May 31, 2019
1. Ag Experiment Station Marker
Ag Experiment Station was housed here beginning in 1889. Following passage of the Hatch Act, which made ongoing federal funds available for the first time. To support agriculture research at universities. Scientific studies here and at other land-grant colleges helped to make the American Agricultural system the world's most productive. Once at the hub of "Ag Hill," the building is now used for other purposes.Erected by Penn State Alumni Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Education • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1889.
Location. 40° 48.028′ N, 77° 51.824′ W. Marker is in State College, Pennsylvania, in Centre County. Marker can be reached from Shortlidge Road east of Curtin Road, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: State College PA 16801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ag Hill (within shouting distance of this marker); Calorimeter (within shouting distance of this marker); Pure Food Laws (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct
By Devry Becker Jones, May 31, 2019
2. Ag Experiment Station Marker
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Credits. This page was last revised on June 1, 2019. It was originally submitted on June 1, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 59 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 1, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
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