Join us for a traditional “full tea” in the 1910 Steel House at Historic Hanna’s Town. Enjoy savories, scones, sweets, pastries, and freshly brewed tea, the historic ambiance of an early 20th century farmhouse, and the beauty of the fall season at Historic Hanna’s Town, when the leaves will be changing and autumnal flowers blooming in our gardens.

Update: This event is sold out. Please keep an eye out for any future events or openings. Thank you!

Seatings at 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Space is limited and advance registration required. Please call 724-836-1800 x210 to reserve your spot.

PROGRAM FEE: $20 for members of the Westmoreland Historical Society, $25 for non-members.

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 hosts numerous vendors offering a variety of one-of-a-kind items covering a wide price range.

Antiques and Collectibles is held the second Sunday of the month. For 2021, these dates include May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8, September 12, and October 10.

This event will be held rain or shine. Sorry, no pets are permitted.

ADMISSION: $3 per car.

Out of respect for others, please observe our COVID-19 guidelines and recommendations:

• Aisles are one-way; please watch for the signs at the end of each aisle.
• Please don’t cut across vendor spaces to the other side. Stay in the aisles.
• We encourage you to wear a face mask.
• Please practice social distancing.
• All portable toilets have hand sanitizer in them.

VENDORS: Vendors of antiques, folk art, historical crafts, reproductions, and collectibles (please no flea market items) are welcome to set up for the day or weekend. Spaces are 28′ x 20′ and cost $35 per space, per show. Discounts are available if three or more dates are paid in advance. If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Anita at 724-836-1800 x100.

The 2021 Arthur St. Clair Historic Preservation Award will be presented at the 21st annual Arthur St. Clair Historic Preservation Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 20, at Rizzo’s Banquet Hall in Crabtree.

The St. Clair Award is presented to those individuals, organizations, businesses or educational institutions that have made a significant and sustainable contribution to the preservation of our historic places, documents, records or stories, and by doing so, are keeping alive Westmoreland County’s rich history and heritage for future generations.

Nominations for the St. Clair Award will be accepted through Friday, August 13. Learn more here: https://westmorelandhistory.org/arthur-st-clair-awards

The award is named in honor of Arthur St. Clair, an important figure in the founding of Westmoreland County.  When the cause of the American Revolution beckoned, Arthur St. Clair answered that call and rose to the rank of Major General in the Continental Army.  After the war he served as the president of Congress under the Articles of Confederation and as the first governor of the Northwest Territory.

Have fun with fears and folklore of the 18th century! This special tour of Historic Hanna’s Town looks at the Scots-Irish origins of Halloween and what frightened people in the 18th century.

Learn about superstitions of Westmoreland County’s Scots-Irish settlers regarding the Celtic new year, Samhain, or Hallowe’en. Many of these backcountry residents were rooted in the “old ways,” where folklore, magic, and the belief in witchcraft were embedded in their culture. This is not a ghost tour, but in the flickering candlelight, we may see shadows of things that once were, and hear echoes from the past.

Tours begin at 6:00, 6:30, and 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 29 and Saturday, October 30.

PROGRAM REGISTRATION: Space is limited and advanced registration required. Please call 724-836-1800 x210 to register. $10 for Westmoreland Historical Society members, $12 for nonmembers.

Join us at Historic Hanna’s Town for a fun celebration of fall and the Halloween season with historic demonstrations and outdoor activities.

Members of Proctor’s Militia, I.B.W.C.P., will be camped at Historic Hanna’s Town and sharing the history of the Westmoreland County militia, established at Hanna’s Town in 1775, and life for settlers on the Pennsylvania frontier. Others will be presenting demonstrations of historic textiles and blacksmithing.

Children and families can enjoy a scavenger hunt, treat bags, seasonal crafts, and storytime sessions. Dressing up in costume to trick-or-treat around Hanna’s Town is encouraged!

Take a self-guided history walk along one of our short trails to learn about the history of Halloween. Also join us for guided tour to the historic cemeteries on the property (time TBD).

The Westmoreland History Shop will feature seasonal décor, handmade ceramics, books for adults and children, vintage toys and games, and many other special gifts and keepsakes.

The program includes admission to Penn’s Woods: Plenty for the Use of Man, new exhibit at the Westmoreland History Education Center.

PROGRAM FEE: Enjoy all activities with our regular admission price to Historic Hanna’s Town. Free for Westmoreland Historical Society members and children 5 and under; $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and students through grade 12.

Have fun with fears and folklore of the 18th century! This special tour of Historic Hanna’s Town looks at the Scots-Irish origins of Halloween and what frightened people in the 18th century.

Learn about superstitions of Westmoreland County’s Scots-Irish settlers regarding the Celtic new year, Samhain, or Hallowe’en. Many of these backcountry residents were rooted in the “old ways,” where folklore, magic, and the belief in witchcraft were embedded in their culture. This is not a ghost tour, but in the flickering candlelight, we may see shadows of things that once were, and hear echoes from the past.

Tours begin at 6:00, 6:30, and 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 29 and Saturday, October 30.

PROGRAM REGISTRATION: Space is limited and advanced registration required. Please call 724-836-1800 x210 to register. $10 for Westmoreland Historical Society members, $12 for nonmembers.