This museum is a hidden treasure! The Victorian home is beautifully restored and the docents are awesome. Don't miss it!
Kerr Memorial Museum
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The Kerr Memorial Museum, located in Oakmont, Pennsylvania, provides an intimate experience of late nineteenth-century middle-class family life through the lens of the Kerr family, who lived in their gracious home during a time of both prosperity and hardship. Visitors can explore the lives of Dr. Thomas R. Kerr, his wife Jessie, and daughter Virginia, as well as the historical context of their experiences and contributions to the community.
In 2025, the museum will feature the exhibit "Thomas, Jessie, Virginia: Meet the Kerr Family," along with various events including workshops, musical performances, and themed celebrations. Special programs like the Victorian May Day Celebration and Victorian Tea aim to engage guests with the rich history and vibrant stories of the Kerr family and their era.
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It's not a museum dedicated to anyone famous, but that's part of the charm. It's the former residence of Dr. Thomas R. Kerr, his wife Jessie, and daughter Virginia. This was back around 1890 to...




