JIM THORPE, Pa. — Jim Thorpe was awarded $300,000 in state grant funding toward renovations to the historic Asa Packer Mansion.
The mansion has been an attraction in Jim Thorpe since 1956.
"This is a home that is a jewel. This is a time capsule. We have to tell people that the Asa Packer mansion is not a restoration, it's a preservation, and that is what we're trying to do, is preserve the home for future generations," said Ava Bretzik, Asa Packer Mansion curator.
The borough of Jim Thorpe also received $750,000 for improvements to High Street.
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