State College in Centre County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Ag Experiment Station
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 and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Education • Science & Medicine. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania State University series list. 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
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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 129 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 1, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
