Author Archives: Site Administrator

The Erie Society for Genealogical Research, also known as ESGR, will host a “how-to” genealogy workshop Saturday, October 27th 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Erie County History Center, 419 State Street. The workshop is taught by a team … Continue reading →

Do you live in an older or historic home? Could your energy bills use a little bit of help? Are you wondering how to lower them without affecting the unique features that give your house its character? A recently published … Continue reading →

As the Erie region’s only public garden is planning a 10th Anniversary Celebration, they also have begun planning the next decade of development. The Erie Community Foundation recently announced that Goodell Gardens & Homestead is the recipient of a $14,500 … Continue reading →

We’re pleased to announce that the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority has awarded funding to the Fairview Area Historical Society, Erie Center for Design & Preservation, Harborcreek Historical Society, Edinboro Area Historical Society, Fort LeBoeuf Historical Society, Corry Area Historical … Continue reading →

Saturday, October 6, 2012 10:00 am – 4:00 pm at the North East Historical Museum, 25 Vine Street, North East Is it junk or valuable? Is Grandma’s necklace more than just an heirloom? Are these old stamps worth anything? Bring … Continue reading →

When: Saturday, October 20, 2012 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: 4th Floor (via elevator), Towne Square, 110 West Spring Street, Titusville Registration Cost: $29 Registration Deadline: Monday, October 6, 2012 Conference Schedule 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Cemetery Records … Continue reading →

Visit Erie’s three historic Lighthouses on a guided tour, presented by the Erie Maritime Museum, on Saturday, September 29, 2012.  Trolley will board at 12:30 p.m. in front of the Blasco Library, tour departs promptly at 1:00 p.m., and returns … Continue reading →

The War of 1812 ranged along much of the Great Lakes coastline where American, British and Native American forces clashed for control of the heart of the continent. Today, the Great Lakes Seaway Trail National Scenic Byway follows the front … Continue reading →

The Erie Maritime Museum and the Flagship Niagara League invite all of Erie to join them in honoring those who served in the Battle of Lake Erie at their annual commemoration ceremony, Monday, September 10, 2012, at 5:30 p.m. at … Continue reading →

The Sr. Mary Lawrence Franklin Archival Center collections include materials related to the Mercyhurst Community and Sisters of Mercy and several special collections. Special Collections include the Mayor Louis J. Tullio Collection which consists of memorabilia from Louis J. Tullio’s … Continue reading →