Historic Place

The Way It Was Mural

Created 2014

A mural built from Earl Sherrif's memories of community life and Friday night games.

The Way It Was mural depicting remembered Shamokin community scenes
The Way It Was MuralA Shamokin mural built from memories of community life and Friday-night games.Image date unknownCredit: Visit Central PA / Susquehanna River Valley Visitors Bureau image archive; original photographer not identified.

Created in July 2014 by Shawn McGugan and Nina McGugan, this mural was inspired by Earl Sherrif's childhood recollections.

A Community Portrait

It depicts more than 30 people from the area and recalls shared community experiences, including football games at the old stadium.

Reading the Mural

More than thirty area residents were depicted in the composition. Friday night football memories anchor a broader story of mutual support and shared community life.

Location

911 W Arch Street, Coal Township, PA