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Holiday Happenings at Historic Hanna’s Town
We are preparing for an exciting holiday season at Historic Hanna's Town! If you are looking to get ahead on your holiday shopping, learn about the history of Christmas, enjoy winter and holiday themed family activities before the New Year, and would like the chance to win a special dinner...
Fall Family Day and Jack-o’-Lantern Tours
We had a great weekend celebrating fall and the Halloween season at our Fall Family Day and Jack-o'-Lantern Tours. Thank you to everyone who joined us in the festivities. Fall Family Day Children were invited to design jack-o'-lantern faces for volunteer Eloise to carve into pumpkins. Spinners and weavers from...
Fall Tea at Historic Hanna’s Town
We were happy to revive the annual Fall Tea at Historic Hanna's Town earlier this month. The tea is hosted in the recently renovated Steel Farmhouse, built in 1910. Special thanks Claudia Winter, Priscilla Richardson, Lillian Shea, Debbie Delisi, Marge Burke, Mary Ann Curley, Joyce DelPaine, Jeanne DeMaria, Lisa Hays, Louise Henry, Thelma Matthews, Becky...
Win a Dinner for 8 at Historic Hanna’s Town
Win a dinner for 8 at Historic Hanna's Town! An authentic 1700s-style dinner will be served on Tuesday, December 14, at 7 p.m., catered by Chef Bosco (Major Stokes). Dine by candlelight in a log house at Historic Hanna's Town, accompanied by a warm fire and the presence of your...
Fall and Halloween Happenings at Historic Hanna’s Town
As fall arrives at Historic Hanna's Town, we are planning our annual fall and Halloween programs to get you in the autumnal spirit. Join us for historical demonstrations, reenactments, and family-friendly activities during daylight hours on Fall Family Day, or wait until nightfall to explore history by candlelight on a...
Eagle Scout Project Extends Trail at Historic Hanna’s Town
Over the last year and a half, we have worked closely with Scout Troop 405 to facilitate conservation and recreation focused Eagle Scout projects at Historic Hanna's Town. Caring for the natural environment and expanding outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors fall under our mission of preserving and interpreting the historic...
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Hello everyone, we wanted to let you know that our Facebook page is down and we are investigating solutions. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this challenge. Please check back to our website frequently for updates. Visit our Events and Programs page to learn about...
September 11 Anniversary Observance
On Saturday, September 11, we remembered the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a special observance. Westmoreland Historical Society staff, board members, and volunteers, members of the public, and members of Proctor's Militia, I.B.W.C.P., gathered at the Fort at Historic Hanna's Town for a small ceremony. Captain of...
Westmoreland Land Trust Hosts Birdwatching Program at Historic Hanna’s Town
Thank you to the Westmoreland Land Trust and educator Paula Purnell for a great birdwatching class at Historic Hanna's Town! Paula's "Be a Better Birder" family-friendly program introduced participants to the skills and resources needed to improve their birdwatching skills. Participants learned about bird characteristics, types of feathers, identification techniques, and birding...