SRU Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that the third installment of its annual ornament series with Wendell August Forge features the distinguished Slippery Rock High School barn.
The 2024 ornament is the third in a collection of pieces crafted by Wendell August Forge, continuing the annual series, designed to create snapshots of Slippery Rock’s heritage and history.
Prominently located on the corner of Rocket Drive and Centreville Pike, the stark white barn with red lettering, proudly welcomes visitors to the area with the message “This is Rocket Territory.”
Settled in its position since the 1930s, well before the school district took ownership of the property, the barn is a well-loved symbol of the community’s pride in Slippery Rock Area High School and the school district.
As a gift to SRU FCU members, the first 75 ornaments will be available for free, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Members can obtain their free ornament by visiting the office beginning at 9 AM on Monday, Nov. 4. The giveaway is limited to members of SRU FCU only, one ornament per individual member. No holds will be placed on ornaments. Members must pick up the ornament at the SRU FCU office, no mailing will occur for the giveaway. No giveaway ornaments will be handed out through the drive thru.
In addition to the giveaway, sales will also begin on Nov. 4. Any individuals interested in purchasing an ornament may do so by visiting the SRU FCU office or through Wendell August Forge by visiting www.wendellaugust.com. Each ornament is retailed at $15.
Proceeds from the sale of the ornament series benefit the Slippery Rock Heritage Association. Additionally, there are still a limited number of 2022 and 2023 ornaments available for sale, featuring the iconic Slippery Boy image (2022) and North Country Brew Pub (2023). Those can be purchased at SRU FCU only.