The Gallitzin Tunnel was an engineering triumph and an essential step in conquering the steep grades of the Allegheny Mountains by railroad. Combined with the Horseshoe Curve, the Gallitzin Tunnel made the idea of a Pennsylvania mainline railroad a . . . — — Map (db m52531) HM
In 1894, the Pa. Supreme Court ruled that the Catholic Sisters of St. Joseph were permitted to wear religious attire while teaching in Gallitzin public schools. In response, the Pa. legislature passed the 1895 Garb Act, forbidding public school . . . — — Map (db m177010) HM
Joe was a founding member of the Gallitzin Area Tourist Council and served as its historian. He was also one of the hands-on crew who lovingly restored this caboose from a rusted-out hull to make it the centerpiece of the GATC "Tunnels' Park" . . . — — Map (db m224747) HM
Built in 1830 by Samuel Lemon. Standing at head of Plane Number 6 of Allegheny Portage Railroad, it served for many years as a station and as a resting place for travelers. House is visible 75 yards north of highway. — — Map (db m52471) HM
