Living History Day! Spinning & Weaving the Day Away
27jun11:00 am3:00 pmLiving History Day! Spinning & Weaving the Day Away
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Learn about the art of spinning! See how early settlers worked to spin fabrics into a thread and explore our textile exhibit! Volunteers and members of the Loyalhannon Spinners will
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Learn about the art of spinning! See how early settlers worked to spin fabrics into a thread and explore our textile exhibit! Volunteers and members of the Loyalhannon Spinners will be on site to give demonstrations in the Murry Beacom House. The rest of our site and buildings will also be open for exploration.
We’ll also have a DIY weaving activity for kids (and kids at heart) to try out!
Our Exhibit Gallery and Museum Gift Shop will be open throughout the day.
This event is free and open to the public. Donations are always appreciated!
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02jul10:00 am4:00 pmAmerica's Birthday Celebration
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Celebrate the day the Continental Congress declared independence with birthday cake and cupcakes! Hear a children’s story-time of “Independence Cake” by
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Celebrate the day the Continental Congress declared independence with birthday cake and cupcakes!Hear a children’s story-time of “Independence Cake” by Deborah Hopkinson and Giselle Potter in the Library at 12:00 and 2:30.Hear a special lecture at 1:00 on the history behind the lesser-known but equally important date of July 2nd, the official date of the Continental Congress’s decision to declare independence!Drop-in and celebrate this very important birthday with us. This event is free and open to the publicTime
July 2, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)04jul10:00 am4:00 pmJoin us on July 4th!
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Join us on the Fourth of July and check out our newly reconstructed fort, hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence, and commemorate America’s
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Join us on the Fourth of July and check out our newly reconstructed fort, hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence, and commemorate America’s 250th birthday with us! We’ll have living history encampments, demonstrations, activities and more!12:00 – First Reading of the Declaration of Independence
1:00 – Militia Firing Demonstration
2:00 – Second Reading of the Declaration of IndependenceFree AdmissionTime
July 4, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)12julAll DayAntiques & Collectibles Market
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Antiques & Collectibles, a community tradition since 1974, provides excellent buying and selling opportunities for lovers of antiques and anyone seeking vintage items. Browse for
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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 May through October. For 2026, these dates are May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13, and October 11.This event will be held rain or shine. Sorry, no pets are permitted; service animals only.ADMISSION: $5 per car.VENDORS: Vendors of antiques, folk art, historical crafts, and collectibles (please no flea market items) are welcome to set up for the day or weekend. Spaces are 28′ x 20′ and cost $40 per space, per show.If you are interested in being a vendor, please visit the link below to fill out the form.Time
July 12, 2026 All Day(GMT-04:00)Duration 23 Hours 59 MinutesLocation
Historic Hanna's Town
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
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12jul11:00 pm3:00 pmLiving History Day: Independence Day Celebration
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The festivities continue! Join us on Sunday, July 12 for an Independence Day Celebration. Stop by and explore our Rev-war era site and discover what life was like living at
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The festivities continue! Join us on Sunday, July 12 for an Independence Day Celebration.
Stop by and explore our Rev-war era site and discover what life was like living at Hanna’s Town right on the eve of American independence.11:30 – Children’s Story-time: “Independence Cake”
12:00 – First Reading of the Declaration of Independence
1:00 – Militia Firing Demonstration
1:00 – Children’s Story-time: “Independence Cake”
2:00 – Second Reading of the Declaration of IndependenceOther activities include:
– Kids Activity Bingo Hunt. Pick-up an activity bingo card at the Museum Gift Shop to redeem for a prize.
– Fife and Drum Music
– Food Trucks: Zeus BBQ and Underdogz
– Children’s Toys and Games
– Children’s Story-timeAlso, make sure to stop in the Library of the Education Center to see the official opening of our Westmoreland at 250 Art Exhibit. See all the amazing art submissions submitted by local artists in honor of America 250!
Come out and celebrate with us!
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July 12, 2026 11:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-11:00)