Christmas Past: Self-Guided Outdoor Walking Tour
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Christmas Past is a self-guided outdoor walking tour along the paths at Historic Hanna’s Town, which served as the first seat of government for Westmoreland County established in 1773. Signs along
Event Details
Christmas Past is a self-guided outdoor walking tour along the paths at Historic Hanna’s Town, which served as the first seat of government for Westmoreland County established in 1773. Signs along the paths explore the early history of Christmas, from its ancient origins to 19th century traditions that still survive today, including the history of Christmas trees, Santa Claus, and holiday decorations. This tour complements the indoor Christmas Memories exhibit, focusing on Christmases from the 1930s-1950s, located in the Kendra Gallery at the Westmoreland History Education Center.
Self-guided walking tour is free and open to the public dawn to dusk. Please note that while the grounds and Education Center are open, historic buildings are closed for the season.
Time
November 29 (Sunday) - January 16 (Saturday)(GMT-05:00) View in my time
Location
Historic Hanna's Town
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
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Greensburg Country Club
Heinz History Center
Historic Hanna's Town
Main Street, Greensburg
Marshbank House
Pollins Library
Rizzo's Malabar Inn
Steel House at Historic Hanna's Town
Twin Lakes Park
Westmoreland History Education Center
Yinzer Valley Farms
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Antiques and Collectibles Market
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Greensburg Country Club
Heinz History Center
Historic Hanna's Town
Main Street, Greensburg
Marshbank House
Pollins Library
Rizzo's Malabar Inn
Steel House at Historic Hanna's Town
Twin Lakes Park
Westmoreland History Education Center
Yinzer Valley Farms
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april
06apr10:30 am4:30 pmFounder's Day10:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT-11:00) View in my time
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Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Hempfield Township at Historic Hanna’s Town! One of the original six townships formed out of Bedford County, Hempfield Township was formed on April 6, 1773. Township
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Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Hempfield Township at Historic Hanna’s Town!
One of the original six townships formed out of Bedford County, Hempfield Township was formed on April 6, 1773. Township Supervisor, Doug Weimer, will greet residents at this community event and share the history of the township as the “Crossroads of Westmoreland County.”
More details forthcoming.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT-11:00) View in my time
14apr10:30 am4:30 pmWestmoreland 250! Exhibit Opening10:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT-11:00) View in my time
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Westmoreland 250! Celebrating our Story with 25 Objects Our new Westmoreland 250 exhibit will be open to view starting on Friday, April 14! The Grand Opening of the exhibit will take
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Westmoreland 250! Celebrating our Story with 25 Objects
Our new Westmoreland 250 exhibit will be open to view starting on Friday, April 14! The Grand Opening of the exhibit will take place on Saturday, April 15, with light refreshments provided. Come and join us to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Westmoreland County! We will feature 25 artifacts from across the county to highlight 250 years of history.
Our exhibit is inside the Kendra Gallery of our Education Center. We will be open from 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. on both Friday, April 14, and Saturday, April 15. Visitors are welcome to visit our exhibit anytime throughout the season! Please check our website for updates regarding our hours of operation.
Time
(Friday) 10:30 am - 4:30 pm(GMT-11:00) View in my time
Location
Westmoreland History Education Center
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
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Join us for a delicious brunch at the Greensburg Country Club, view the display of mining artifacts, and sit back and enjoy Michael Mance’s narrated picture presentation including Boxcartown and
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Join us for a delicious brunch at the Greensburg Country Club, view the display of mining artifacts, and sit back and enjoy Michael Mance’s narrated picture presentation including Boxcartown and mining operations from Export, Greensburg, and across the county.
The coal and coke industry is a very important part of Westmoreland’s history. Prior to the Civil War, Westmoreland’s economy was largely based on agriculture, and 80% of the county was farmland. After 1850, the market for coal and coke grew. Aided by the expansion of railroads, Pittsburgh became a nearly insatiable market for Westmoreland’s coal and coke, contributing to a four-fold increase in the county’s population between 1870 and 1920.
Brunch will be served upon arrival. Please arrive by 12:30.
RESERVATIONS
Registration and Payment required in advance. Please call the Westmoreland Historical Society at 724-836-1800 x210 to reserve your spot. Reservations will close on Wednesday, April 5th.
ADMISSION
$38 per person, includes brunch.
$18 for children 12 & under
Time
(Sunday) 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-04:00) View in my time
Location
Greensburg Country Club
309 Pleasant Valley Rd.