Frontier Family Days: Huzzah to America 250!
15aug11:00 am5:00 pmFrontier Family Days: Huzzah to America 250!
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Revolution & Revelry at Hanna’s Town! Saturday, 11 pm – 5 pm and Sunday, 11 pm – 4 pm Historic Hanna’s
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Revolution & Revelry at Hanna’s Town!
Saturday, 11 pm – 5 pm and Sunday, 11 pm – 4 pm
Historic Hanna’s Town will celebrate its iconic Frontier Family Days on August 15 & 16 and incorporate themes of Revelry and Revolution in honor of America 250!
A signature event at Historic Hanna’s Town that will bridge excitement and celebration for our nation’s 250th anniversary this year! Step back into history and explore life during the American Revolution on the Pennsylvania frontier. Be a witness to history and experience the liveliness of frontier court at Hanna’s Town. When court was in session, the town would come to life. As the American Revolution took hold of the nation, court was no exception to this dramatic change. There was “Revelry” mixed with “Revolution” and we want you to explore the town like it’s 1776. And keeping in with the spirit of Tavern life, local breweries will be set up to serve and sell!
So join us and step back in time to when Hanna’s Town served as the seat of government for Westmoreland County! This signature event with a new twist highlights the unique role Hanna’s Town played in Westmoreland County during the American Revolution. Join us for lively court reenactments, along with militia encampments, living history demonstrations and displays, vendors, sutlers, activities for children, live music, and more!
Event highlights include:
Frontier Court Reenactments, inspired by real cases that were held at Hanna’s Town!
Proctor’s Militia: Interact with reenactors inspired by one of the first militias west of the Alleghenies.
Learn from those who “live” Westmoreland County’s history – for fun!
More event highlights and full schedule of events to come.
For interested reenactors, presenters, and vendors, contact lara@westmorelandhistory.org
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Historic Hanna's Town
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
Historic Hanna's Town
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06jun12:00 pm3:30 pmHistorical Hand Sewing Workshop with Penny River
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Learn to sew with Jessica Young of Penny River Costumes! You will learn about a dozen historical hand sewing stitches and make sample swatches that get assembled into a reference
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Learn to sew with Jessica Young of Penny River Costumes!
You will learn about a dozen historical hand sewing stitches and make sample swatches that get assembled into a reference book! Jessica will help guide you through each stitch and provide you with all the materials you’ll need.
This workshop includes:
- Fabric and sewing materials
- Access to “Cut from the Same Cloth” Exhibit Gallery
- Creation of a unique accessory made by you!
$55 for Members | $65 for Non-Members
Spots are limited. Register here: https://westmorelandhistory.org/event-directory/historical-hand-sewing-workshop-with-penny-river-costumes-registration/
Jessica Young is the owner/operator of Penny River LLC, a company that specializes in making and teaching about 18th century clothing and accessories. A graduate of the University of Richmond with degrees in theatre/costuming and history, Jessica has worked for Colonial Williamsburg as a costumer, and Carnegie Mellon University’s drama department. Through Penny River, she has made garments for a number of museums, theaters, films, and television series, including Outlander and Bridgerton.
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Let’s snack and chat about the various preservation methods we can use for your favorite mushrooms and foraged finds! We will also DIY your very own mushroom spice rub. Perfect
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Let’s snack and chat about the various preservation methods we can use for your favorite mushrooms and foraged finds! We will also DIY your very own mushroom spice rub. Perfect for grilling season!
Historic Hanna’s Town is a beautiful and quiet Westmoreland County park. While we do work to preserve our historic built environment on site, we are also dedicated to preserving our natural environment through demonstration gardens, native plant restoration, and developing walking trails.
More details and registration link to come!
Registration Required. $10 for non-members | $8 for members
Flannel Roots is an LGBTQIA+ owned regenerative agricultural business that was founded in 2021, rooted in a deep commitment to sustainability and community education. The founders, Brittany and Jill, bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, each contributing unique skills that enhance their mission. Both Brittany and Jill are certified by Mushroom Mountain and hold qualifications in Edible Mushroom Safety Identification, allowing them to safely forage and sell mushrooms. Their main passion lies in exploring the permaculture uses of fungi within ecosystems, and they actively engage in educational pop-ups and workshops.
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