Events
Westmoreland Speaks: Irish Presbyterians and the Shaping of Western Pennsylvania, 1770-1830 with Dr. Peter Gilmore
Did you know about the historic presence of Irish Presbyterians in our region? Join Dr. Peter Gilmore for our second installment of Westmoreland Speaks! for a discussion of his book Irish Presbyterians and the Shaping of Western Pennsylvania, 1770-1830. In this historical study, Gilmore will discuss the major themes of...
Historic House Tour-Saint Vincent College: Campus Edition
Join us on Saturday, September 19, for this year’s Historic House Tour at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe. This special tour will highlight the campus’s historic spaces, beautiful architecture, and the stories that have shaped one of the region’s most treasured landmarks. More details coming soon.
Westmoreland Speaks: Westmoreland in the Revolution
Do you know about Westmoreland County’s connections to the Revolutionary War? Or the Hanna’s Town Resolves? A precursor document to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. Join Mike Giorgianni for a talk about our region’s fascinating history during the dawn of our nation’s formation. A perfect occasion to reflect...
Living History Day! Spinning the Day Away
Learn about the art of spinning! See how early settlers worked to spin fabrics into a thread and explore our textile exhibit! Our site and buildings will be open for exploration. Our Exhibit Gallery and Museum Gift Shop will be open throughout the day. This event is free and open...
Toast the Tour Cocktail Party
Join us for a special evening at the scenic Winnie Palmer Nature Preserve as we raise a glass to the start of this year’s Historic House Tour. This festive kickoff celebration will set the stage for a memorable tour experience on Saturday, September 19, featuring the historic places and stories...
Living History Day! Fall Family Day: Harvest at Hanna’s Town, Children’s Trick or Treat!
Celebrate the season with us at Living History Day: Fall Family Day — Harvest at Hanna’s Town, featuring autumn activities, family fun, and Children’s Trick or Treat in a historic setting. Food provided by The Coffin Bean and Funky Funnels.
Living History Day! Colonial Playtime and Pastimes
Come play with us at Historic Hanna's Town! We'll have a variety of early American toys and games for visitors to try out! Learn about 18th century era pastimes by getting some hands on experience. Our Exhibit Gallery and Museum Gift shop will also be open throughout the day! This...
Living History Day! Celebrate the Declaration of Independence!
Celebrate the Declaration of Independence during Living History Day, where the ideals, stories, and spirit of America’s founding come to life through history, demonstrations, and engaging experiences for all ages. Food provided by Zeus BBQ and Underdogz.
Living History Day! Flag Day
Join us as we celebrate Flag Day and pay tribute to the American flag, an enduring symbol of freedom, unity, and national pride. Here you can learn about the origin of the Rattlesnake Flag and what the flag represented. Our site and buildings will be open and kids can color...
Antiques & Collectibles Market
Antiques & Collectibles, a community tradition since 1974, provides excellent buying and selling opportunities for lovers of antiques and anyone seeking vintage items. Browse for bargains and support local history preservation. Proceeds from this event have been vital for the reconstruction of Historic Hanna’s Town. The quaint and historic setting...