Folta Legacy Foundation, Inc.

Folta Legacy Foundation, Inc. The Folta Legacy Foundation, Inc.

is committed to securing a National Register of Historic Places designation for the Folta Building, restoring it to preserve its historical integrity, and creating a sustainable community resource for Armstrong County.

The time has come. Board members, I'll be reaching out by the end of the week to start scheduling our first meeting. Th...
05/21/2026

The time has come.

Board members, I'll be reaching out by the end of the week to start scheduling our first meeting.

There are still limited board opportunities for anyone interested.

Don't forget to head over to foltalegacyfoundationinc.org to sign up for volunteer opportunities, contact information, and more.

One of the biggest reasons behind this project is the sense of community. John Ford wanted the building to be used by th...
05/19/2026

One of the biggest reasons behind this project is the sense of community. John Ford wanted the building to be used by the community. And I want to honor that. This project is not just about a building or a family, but a community working together.

I was asked the other day how I would feel if someone sent me a blog for the website, and I jumped at the chance. Everyone has a different sense of community involvement, and I encourage you to share your version with us.

If you have stories, or photos, or anything you would like to share, please let us know. We would love to post them, highlight them on the website, and help throughout various projects.

Help us share your history

I've been asked why I have a passion for history. Here's my why. Old ads like this make my imagination go crazy. Imagi...
05/18/2026

I've been asked why I have a passion for history. Here's my why. Old ads like this make my imagination go crazy. Imagine if we had ads like this today.

History doesn't have to be boring. I spent a bit of time translating these today, and a few others, and it may have become inspiration for brilliance.

The imagination runs wild when it comes to the Folta Building.
05/15/2026

The imagination runs wild when it comes to the Folta Building.

Hi, I'm looking for a new home. I've been around since the 1930s-40s. I was born in North Carolina, a child of the Be...
05/12/2026

Hi, I'm looking for a new home. I've been around since the 1930s-40s. I was born in North Carolina, a child of the Bernhardt Furniture Company.

$1000 or best offer. Call Mike at 412-738-3933

The office is slowly coming together 🥳
04/30/2026

The office is slowly coming together 🥳

Looking for a new home.....
04/29/2026

Looking for a new home.....

I never knew....I never knew the wonders id see and the treasures I find...Today's discovery....the old elevator 🛗
04/23/2026

I never knew....

I never knew the wonders id see and the treasures I find...

Today's discovery....the old elevator 🛗

It may not be the Wi******er Mystery House, but the Folta Building holds its own mysteries. 🔍Why wasn't the building com...
04/22/2026

It may not be the Wi******er Mystery House, but the Folta Building holds its own mysteries. 🔍

Why wasn't the building completed?

We know John Ford left Ford City after selling his shares in PPG, but why did construction end?

We know John Ford left Ford City after selling his PPG shares, but why did construction end? 🕵🏻‍♂️

This is just one unanswered question, and we would love to hear your thoughts.

Sometimes I feel like Im Indiana Jones on a quest.Here are some of our most recent finds!
04/16/2026

Sometimes I feel like Im Indiana Jones on a quest.

Here are some of our most recent finds!

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381 Brick Church Road
Ford City, PA
16226

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