By Josette Lee
The following is an excerpt from the Huntington Historical Society Quarterly from 1986.
To read more from this quarterly and others, make an appointment to visit our Archives!




By Josette Lee
The following is an excerpt from the Huntington Historical Society Quarterly from 1986.
To read more from this quarterly and others, make an appointment to visit our Archives!




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Whether you are a family historian or professional genealogist, being able to identify photos as to the who, when and where can provide many clues to family history.

The forerunner for present day Christmas traditions was set approximately 100 years ago.


Located at 41 Prime Avenue, this unique structure, known as the Prime House, is one of only 68 remaining octagon houses in the United States listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The man was convented before the court because he was a footpadder.
The man was called before the court because he was a mugger.

If you grew up during the 60’s or 70’s you probably remember the A&P on Main Street in Huntington. Once a trailblazer for the coming age of supermarkets and big box stores, the Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company is now all but forgotten.