World War II Encampment & Reenactment
27jul9:00 am5:00 pmWorld War II Encampment & Reenactment
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The public is invited to join Historic Hanna’s Town as we jump forward in time over 150 years to the summer of 1944! World War II living history demonstrations and
Event Details
The public is invited to join Historic Hanna’s Town as we jump forward in time over 150 years to the summer of 1944! World War II living history demonstrations and presentations will be offered, as well as afternoon battle demonstrations on both Saturday and Sunday.
SPECTATOR ADMISSION:
- Adults: $12
- Children: $6
- Children 5 and Under: Free
- Family Pass: $30
SATURDAY SCHEDULE (July 27):
9:00 AM Camps open to the public.
9:15 AM Landjahr Lager (Country Service Year Camp) by Cynthia Sandor– Westmoreland History Education Center
10:00 AM Role of the Chaplain by Capt. Rob Weaver – Lefevre House
10:30 AM German Soldier in Normandy, summer 1944 with Andrew Garrison – Steel House
11:00 AM Civilian News Correspondent by Deborah Hagan, living historian– Westmoreland History Education Center
11:30 AM Allied & Axis weapons presentation – Education Center patio
NOON Through Innocent Eyes – Cynthia Sandor, author – Westmoreland History Education Center
12:30 PM Allied & Axis uniform and field gear – Education Center patio
1:00 Girl Guides by Lilly Sassani – Westmoreland History Education Center
1:30 PM German Soldier in Normandy, summer 1944 with Andrew Garrison – Steel House
2:30 PM– Civilian News Correspondent by Deborah Hagan, living historian – Westmoreland History Education Center
3:00 PM Battle Demonstration on Fort side – Engagement at the Crossroad
5:00 PM Camps close to the public
SUNDAY SCHEDULE (July 28):
8:45 AM Allied Formation at the Stockade for flag raising
9:00 AM Camps open to the public.
9:15 AM Through Innocent Eyes – Cynthia Sandor, author
Westmoreland History Education Center
10:00 AM Church Call (open to visitors and reenactors) by Capt. Rob Weaver
Lefevre House porch area
10:40 AM German Soldier in Normandy, summer 1944 with Andrew Garrison – Steel House
11:00 AM Civilian News Correspondent – Deborah Hagan
Westmoreland History Education Center
11:30 AM Allied & Axis weapons demonstration Education Center patio
Noon – Landjahr Lager (Country Service Year Camp) by Cynthia Sandor
at Westmoreland History Education Center
12:30 PM – Allied & Axis uniform and field gear – Education Center patio
1:00 PM German Soldier in Normandy, summer 1944 with Andrew Garrison – Steel House 1:15 1:15
1:30 PM Civilian News Correspondent – Deborah Hagan in Westmoreland History Education Center
2:00 PM Battle Demonstration Education Center side – The Normandy Hedgerows
3:00 PM Camp closes to the public
Reenactor registration closed on Friday July 12, 2024. NO WALK-ONS.
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13dec12:00 pm4:30 pmChristmas Traditions
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Discover Christmas and holiday traditions spanning across history and culture. Over time, various customs were borrowed or melded with the practices of others, and by the latter part of the
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Discover Christmas and holiday traditions spanning across history and culture. Over time, various customs were borrowed or melded with the practices of others, and by the latter part of the 19th century, an American tradition of Christmas began to emerge that united various cultural customs. Our site will reflect the German, English, Scots-Irish, and American heritage of our region through festive decorations, storytelling, and historic activities.
While exploring our open-air site, you’ll learn about different Yuletide traditions and enjoy the historical ambience of Hanna’s Town. Kids–and adults–are welcome to try their hand at different holiday crafts and activities such as making scented orange pomander balls, holiday tin-punch patterns, pinecone ornaments, and more. Our Log Cabins, Exhibit Gallery, Museum Shop, and Steel House will be open throughout the day. We will also have a special guest appearance from Father Christmas himself!
Further event updates will be posted soon. Check back in with us!
This event is free and open to the public. Donations of any amount are appreciated.
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December 13, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm(GMT-05:00)View in my timeLocation
Historic Hanna's Town
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
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18dec6:00 pm8:00 pmDarr Mine Disaster WQED Film Screening
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Join the Westmoreland Historical Society and representatives from the Rostraver Township Historical Society for a screening of WQED’s documentary film on the Darr Mine Disaster of December 19, 1907. The
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Join the Westmoreland Historical Society and representatives from the Rostraver Township Historical Society for a screening of WQED’s documentary film on the Darr Mine Disaster of December 19, 1907. The Darr Mine in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County, exploded, killing 239 men and boys. It remains the worst mining disaster in Pennsylvania history.
This WQED documentary explores this tragic event in our local history with rare archival images and compelling interviews, including the story of what some call a religious miracle–that prevented the tragedy from being much worse.
Please call to reserve your seat! 724.836.1800 x210.
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December 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)View in my time