Events
Holiday Family Day
Join us at Historic Hanna’s Town for Holiday Family Day, a fun day of activities celebrating winter and the holiday season, great for all ages. At the History Education Center, create winter and gnome-themed crafts, and decorate holiday cookies. At the German constructed Klingensmith log house have a try at...
Fall Family Day
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 encamped 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. Additionally,...
Tour Guide Training (postponed)
This training has been postponed due to weather. Please contact us at 723-836-1800 to inquire about future trainings. Come volunteer at the Westmoreland Historical Society and Historic Hanna’s Town! Tour guide training sessions will be offered on March 9 and 12 at 11 a.m. (same training session both days) at...
Military Timeline Weekend
Explore a “timeline” of American history including French and Indian War, Revolutionary War, Civil War, World War II, and more. This weekend of history features military and civilian reenactors, living history demonstrations, artifact displays, and special talks. ADMISSION: $10 for adults, $5 for children, 5 and under are free. Please...
Native Plant Sale
Historic Hanna's Town is proud to partner with Brandywine Conservancy's Penguin Court in Laughlintown to present a native plant sale at Antiques and Collectibles on Sunday, June 12. The plant species on sale are native to Pennsylvania and support local biodiversity. The plants are grown in greenhouses at Penguin Court,...
Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate America's birthday at a Revolutionary War settlement! Discover how western Pennsylvania participated in important events before, during, and after the war that created the United States and learn about the Hanna's Town Resolves, considered by some to be a precursor to the Declaration of Independence. Explore living history displays,...
Valentine’s Day Shop Sale
Christmas & Valentine's Day items are on sale NOW for 50% off. Shoppers can pick up Valentines Day cards and items this weekend in time for Valentine’s Day. Visit our museum shop in the Westmoreland History Education Center at Historic Hanna's Town.
Shop Clearance Sale Begins
Our museum shop will hold a clearance sale beginning February 26, the 249th anniversary of the establishment of Westmoreland County. Clearance items will be on sale for 70% off. Visit our museum shop in the Westmoreland History Education Center at Historic Hanna's Town.
Spring Tea in 1913 Farmhouse (sold out)
Join us for a traditional "full tea" in the 1913 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 spring season at Historic Hanna's Town. This will also be our...
Remember When: Trolleys Rolled Through Westmoreland
This year's annual Remember When program explores how trolleys were once an important mode of transportation through Westmoreland County. Enjoy an engaging presentation, special displays, a raffle, and fun giveaways. The event will be held at the Greensburg Country Club and includes the brunch menu. RESERVATIONS Reservations will be required by Friday, April 1. Payment required in...