Exhibits | Venango Museum

Our exhibitions explore the people, places,

and stories of Venango County,

offering fresh perspectives on the Oil Region’s history.

Before The Boom

Through Thursday, December 31, 2026

Before oil wells and boomtowns transformed the landscape, this region already had a long history. Before the Boom explores the land, people, waterways, and natural oil seeps that shaped life here before the petroleum industry began.

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Oil: Black Gold or Black Magic?

Permanent Exhibit

Discover how petroleum transformed Venango County and helped shape the modern world. Explore the industry that brought rapid growth, new opportunities, and lasting change to the Oil Region.

Oil Boom Spectacular!

Permanent Exhibit

Step into the entertainment world of the Oil Region’s boom years. Explore the movies, theaters, and amusements that brought spectacle and excitement to life among the wells.

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