This is a repeating eventMarch 12, 2022 11:00 am
Tour Guide Training (postponed)
09mar11:00 am12:00 pmTour Guide Training (postponed)
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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
Event Details
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 the Westmoreland History Education Center at Historic Hanna’s Town. The training will provide an overview of the history of Hanna’s Town, the tour route, and tips for engaging audiences and interpreting the historic site. At a later date, tour shadowing and mentoring will be provided on a one-on-one basis.
Interested tour guide volunteers should sign up for either date by calling 724-836-1800 x210.
Volunteers can work with the public by greeting visitors, leading programs and tours, and helping at the gift shop, or can assist behind-the-scenes shelving books in the library, setting up for events, or caring for our gardens. Volunteer hours are flexible and customizable. There are many ways to get involved and help us preserve and share local history.
Those interested in volunteering with the shop, library, or other opportunities can call to set up private training.
Volunteering is a great opportunity to share your skills with others – and learn new ones, too. We are open to volunteers of all backgrounds, including but not limited to high school and college students, homeschool students, retirees, teachers, and history enthusiasts.
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Westmoreland History Education Center
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
Westmoreland History Education Center
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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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June 6, 2026 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm(GMT+00:00)View in my time20jun1:00 pm3:00 pmMushroom Preservation 101 with Flannel Roots Farm
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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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June 20, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00)View in my time