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Eagle Grange #1
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The Grange spark came to Pennsylvania sometime in 1870 when Luke Eger, a  farmer near Williamsport in Lycoming County, read about the fledgling organization and its rapid growth in some parts of the country.   Within a year, Eger generated enough interest among his neighbors in Montgomery and Elimsport to form the first local Grange in the state.   Eagle Grange #1, so named because of its location at the foot of Bald Eagle Mountain, was officially founded March 4, 1871.    The Grange met in members' home and the Pine Street School until a quarter acre of land was purchased from Luke Eger in 1887 to build a two-story hall (shown above).    The location was beside the Pine Street School at what is now the intersection of Blind Road and the western side of Route 15.   The building remained there until the summer of 1940 when construction of the newly expanded highway required Eagle Grange to move the building directly across the road to its current location on the eastern side of Route 15.

Welcome Inside the Eagle Grange Hall
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The first floor meeting room has been painted, a laminate floor installed and further enhanced with new tables and curtains.   The space is used for meetings and meal functions by the Grange and the community.
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The kitchen is now clean, bright, and well-equipped with stainless steel work counters.  All the cabinets were painted to create this fresh and welcoming look and new commercial appliances installed.
Newsletters & Communications
  • February 2021 - FFA Blue Jacket Scholarships;   more building improvements
  • January 2021
  • ​December 2020
  • Hall Usage Agreement 
  • November 2020
  • October 2020
  • September 2020 - See coverage of service project supporting local fire companies 
  • August 2020
  • July 2020 - Filled with pictures of renovation project
  • June 2020
  • May 2020
  • April 2020
  • March 2020
  • February 2020
  • January 2020
Become a Friend of Eagle Grange #1
  • "Friends of Eagle Grange" form - direct donation to the Grange
    (non-deductible for tax purposes)

  • "Friends of Eagle Grange" form - donation directed through PA State Grange Foundation
    (may be deductible for tax purposes)


It’s quite unusual for any organization to exist for 150 years and we are extremely proud to say that the Grange that started it all in Pennsylvania has been active continuously since its founding in 1871.   But Eagle Grange with its small active membership struggles to survive and could use a great deal of extra help.   Two members of the State Grange History Committee have been working monthly since March 2019 with the members on the “Renew Eagle Grange” program to set goals and make plans for the future.     In addition to more activities to serve the area and attract new members, high on the list of priorities is the renovation of the Grange Hall kitchen, restrooms and first floor meeting space to make the hall a more welcoming and modern facility for both Grange and community activities.  Its highly visible location along Route 15 makes the Grange Hall a real asset with the potential of once again becoming the hub for activities in this area.    The recently announced “Friends of Eagle Grange #1” program will provide some of the funds needed to undertake building improvements.   Local businesses, individuals, and other Granges are invited to become a “Friend” with an annual donation of $50.  Donations may be made directly to Eagle Grange or through the State Grange Foundation;   donations contributed through the Foundation may be deductible for tax purposes.     With support from Granges and individual patrons across the state, we hope to reach the goal of 150 friends for Eagle’s 150th anniversary.     You’ll have the opportunity to become a “Friend” at State Grange in October; just look for the eye-catching Eagle Grange banner there.


Check out these links to historical information about Pennsylvania's first Grange:
  • Original application dated 2/1871 to form a Grange at Montgomery, PA
  • Eagle Grange Information found on Wikopedia
  • Photo of Luke Eger, founder & first Master of Eagle Grange #1, and Mrs. Hannah Eger
  • Microfilmed records (Manuscript Group-493) preserved at PA State Archives in Harrisburg
                     LYCOMING COUNTY #1 EAGLE GRANGE
                                   Account Book, 1902-1911. (1 microfilm roll, #7295 partial)
                                  Attendance Record, 1890-1894. (1 microfilm roll, #7295 partial)
                                   Grange Lecturer Program Materials, 1951-1957. (1 microfilm roll, #7295 partial)
                                   List of Officers, undated. (1 microfilm roll, #7295 partial)
                                   Literary Programs, 1896-1899. (1 microfilm roll, #7295 partial)
                                   Minute Books, 1871-1906, 1911-1995. (4 microfilm rolls, #7292-7295)
                                   Roll Book, 1874-1907. (1 microfilm roll, #7295 partial)
                     LYCOMING COUNTY #307 EAGLE JUVENILE GRANGE
                                   Minute Books, 1945-1967. (1 microfilm roll, #7295 partial)
  • Explore PA Historical Marker
  • Historical Article - Muncy Luminary 2009

PA State Grange
20 Erford Rd, Ste 216
Lemoyne, PA 17043


(717) 737-8855 or (717) 737-8856
pagrange@pagrange.org

​Fax: (717) 737-8858
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • communications
    • Contact Us
    • Distinguished Grange Program
    • Find a Local Grange
    • Grange Background & History
    • State Grange 150th Anniverary
    • Upcoming Events >
      • PA State Grange Convention
  • Departments
    • Deaf & Community Services
    • Family Activites
    • Grange Foundation
    • History Committee >
      • Pennsylvania's First Grange - Eagle #1
      • Listing of Pennsylvania Granges (Charter Ledgers)
      • Charter Applications
      • Grange Records Preserved at PA State Archives
      • Historical Highlights by Terms
      • Brief History Slide Program
      • Published Histories
      • Journals of Proceedings >
        • Journals of Proceedings 1873-1899
        • Journals of Proceedings 1900-1924
        • Journals of Proceedings 1925-1949
        • Journals of Proceedings 1950-1974
        • Journals of Proceedings 1975-1999
        • Journals of Proceedings 2000-Present
      • Newsletter Publications >
        • PA Grange News 1905-1909
        • PA Grange News 1910-1919
        • PA Grange News 1920-1929
        • PA Grange News 1930-1939
        • PA Grange News 1940-1949
        • PA Grange News 1950-1959
        • PA Grange News 1960-1969
        • PA Grange News 1970-1979
        • PA Grange News 1980-1989
        • PA Grange News 1990-1999
        • PA Grange News 2000-2009
        • PA Grange News 2010-2019
      • Executive Committee Minutes
      • Officer Registers >
        • Officer Registers Prior to 1900
        • Officer Registers 1910-1919
        • Officer Registers 1920-1929
        • Officer Registers 1930-1939
        • Officer Registers 1940-1949
        • Officer Registers 1950-1959
        • Officer Registers 1960-1969
        • Officer Registers 1970-1979
        • Officer Registers 1991-2000
        • Officer Registers 1980-1990
        • Officer Registers 1991-2000
        • Officer Registers 2001-20100
        • Officer Registers 2011-2020
    • Juniors
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    • Membership >
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