Lycoming County’s Industrial Heritage

2021-03-11T11:28:32-05:00By Robin Van Auken|History, Robin Van Auken|

Lycoming County’s Industrial Heritage

(Robin Van Auken and Louis E. Hunsinger, Jr., Arcadia, 2005)

This book reviews Northcentral Pennsylvania’s rich industrial history, first in lumber and then in manufacturing. After the Lumber Boom, many company towns collapsed. Boards of trade were created to entice manufacturers to the region. During the first half of the twentieth century, Lycoming once again prospered with hundreds of new entrepreneurs and companies. The book documents the people who worked in the factories, mills, and for the manufacturers that no longer exist, victims of recession, urban sprawl, and offshore industries. Each image honors the role of labor and serves as a reminder of the individuals who helped build industrial America.

Lycoming County’s Industrial Heritage by Robin Van Auken and Louis Hunsinger, Jr.

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About the Author: Robin Van Auken

Robin Van Auken, the CEO of Hands-on Heritage, is a seasoned writer and researcher with more than 40 years of experience conducting interviews and crafting compelling narratives. She has earned advanced degrees in Communications and Anthropology, specializing in Public and Historical Archaeology, particularly in the context of Military and Industrial Sites. With a portfolio of over a dozen books on regional history as both an author and co-author, she has left a lasting impact on the field. Robin's previous roles include serving as a college instructor and leading long-term historical and archaeological projects. Through these endeavors, she has worked alongside numerous volunteers and temporary staff, while also imparting knowledge to thousands of visitors.