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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 at right).    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.    A kitchen and restroom addition was made in 1968

        Click here for the Eagle Grange informational brochure and membership application.

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                  COMING EVENTS
Eagle's next regular first Tuesday  gathering will be FFA Blue Jacket Night on February 7, 2023 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Grange Hall, Route 15 & East Blind Road, Montgomery, PA.  Members of the local Montgomery High School FFA Chapter will be present to demonstrate their opening ceremony and outline some of their activities.     A short video on a joint Grange-FFA food packing project in Perry County will also be shared.   The public is invited to this special evening.


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Recent Programs

Faiths of Abraham Program

At Eagle Grange's regular meeting on April 5, 2022, a program was held - "The Faiths of Abraham". This panel discussion featured local speakers representing the faiths of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. The program was very informative and highlighted the many similarities between and unique characteristics of the three faiths.

Thank you to Rev. Gwen Bernstine, retired Executive Director of the United Churches of Lycoming County, for serving as moderator and to the panelists:
· Craig Staller of Dauphin and a former ordained Lutheran pastor – Christianity
· Zokaa Rajjoub of Williamsport – Islam
· Sarah Weiss, also of Williamsport - Judaism

Watch the recorded program below!

Eagle Grange Anniversary Video

Long-time Eagle Grange members, JoAnn and Fred Murray and Karen Williamson, speak about their experiences with and memories of the Grange, as well as their hopes and wishes for the future. 

Watch it below.

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        150th Anniversary T-Shirts
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Welcome Inside the Eagle Grange Hall

The first floor dining room (below) has been painted, a new laminate floor installed, lighting upgraded and further enhanced with new tables and curtains.  This space is used for meetings and meal functions by the Grange and the community.  Adjacent to this two new restrooms, including one fully accessible, have been built.  The second floor meeting space is also being renovated, including improvements to its accessibility with the installation of a chairlift. 

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The licensed kitchen (below) is now clean, bright, designed for efficiency and well-equipped with new commerica equipment (gas stove, refrigerator, freezer and stainless stell work counters).   All the cabinets were painted to create this fresh and welcoming look.  With these improvementes, the kitchen is now being used extensively, including a series of take-out dinners.

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Newsletters & Communications
  • February 2023 Newsletter - FFA Blue Jacket Night Announced; Summary of 2023 Planned Events
  • January 2023 Newsletter - Lots of pictures from Holiday Dinner, Food Collection,  Jamboree Pictures
  • December 2022 Newsletter - Holiday Dinner, Parking Lot, Jingle Bell Jamboree, Dinner pictures
  • November 2022 Newsletter - Officer Installation,  Signs Dedication, Turkey Dinner, Food Collection 
  • October 2022 Newsletter - Distinuished Grange Award, Museum Tour, Fair Exhibit, Chicken Dinner
  • September 2022 Newsletter - Outing to Taber Museum, More Fair Exhibits, Pulled Pork pictures 
  • August 2022 Newsletter - Pictures from Ham Dinner, Picnic & Fair Exhibit; details about August events
  • July 2022 Newsletter - Picnic at Montour Preserve; Pulled Pork Dinner
  • June 2022 Newsletter - Tour of Therapeutic Riding Farm; Ham Dinner
  • May 2022 Newsletter - Road Rally & Program Pictures; Roast Beef Dinner 
  • April 2022 Newsletter - Mardi Gras Celebration/School Project Pictures; Spring Events Coming Up 
  • March 2022 - Mardi Gras Celebration Planned
  • February 2022 Newsletter - Summary of 2022 Planning Meeting
  • January 2022 Newsletter - Pictures from Holiday Events; Annual Financial Report; Planning for 2022
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.     


Check out these links to historical information about Pennsylvania's first Grange:
  • 150th Anniverary Historical Booklet (2021) - 48 pages
  • 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
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      • Pennsylvania's First Grange - Eagle #1
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      • Charter Applications
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      • Brief History Slide Program
      • Published Histories
      • Historical Highlights by Terms
      • State Grange Annual Sessions & Honor Roll
      • Journals of Proceedings >
        • Journals of Proceedings 1873-1899
        • Journals of Proceedings 1900-1924
        • Journals of Proceedings 1925-1949
        • Journals of Proceedings 1950-1974
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        • PA Grange News 1940-1949
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        • PA Grange News 1960-1969
        • PA Grange News 1970-1979
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