Category Archives: News and Events

November 21st & 22nd Holiday House Tours in Edinboro

The Edinboro Area Historical Society welcomes you to attend their Christmas House Tour, which will include the residence of Edinboro University of Pennsylvania’s president (known as the Commonwealth House) located at 214 Meadville Street across from the campus and the … Continue reading

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Two New Books to Add to Your Winter Reading List

“Lawrence Park and Wesleyville” by Marjorie D. McLean was released by Arcadia Publishing October 12th. The book, which retails for $22.99, is part of their Images of Modern America series. Lawrence Park Township and Wesleyville Borough are communities proud of … Continue reading

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Flagship Niagara League Announces Plans for Tall Ships® Erie 2016

Tall Ships® Erie 2016, presented by Highmark will take place September 8-11, 2016. The festival is expected to be another huge success, showcasing approximately 7-10 tall ships, on-board tours & sail-aways, live music and entertainment, children’s activities, a festival marketplace, … Continue reading

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Penn State Laureate Carol Reardon to Speak at Penn State Behrend

As the 2015-16 Penn State laureate, Carol Reardon wants to encourage informed reflection and open dialogue on war, peace and remembrance. One of nation’s most well-known Civil War historians, Reardon is certainly well-qualified to lead that conversation. On Wednesday, Oct. … Continue reading

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Viewing of Old Edinboro Movies

No, it’s not the old Best Theater, and the movie isn’t “Gone With The Wind,” but it’s sure to be fun! Edinboro Area Historical Society members and friends are invited to watch old movies of Edinboro at the society’s next … Continue reading

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October Events at the Little Church in Albion

There’s a lot going on at the Elk Creek Township Historical Society’s Little Church on the Hill this October! Ghosts and Legends of Hope Cemetery Tours are starting to fill up fast, so be sure to call 814-323-0447 to R.S.V.P. … Continue reading

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A New Home for Harborcreek’s History

The Harborcreek Historical Society would like to thank the Blanchfield family for the generous gift of their home to Harborcreek Township for use as the headquarters for the Society, and Harborcreek Township Supervisors Dean Pepicello, Tim May and Joe Peck … Continue reading

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Fall Fun at the Fort LeBoeuf Historical Society

The Fort Leboeuf Historical Society has exciting events planned for the fourth quarter of 2015.  First up, October 17-18 kicks off the Haunted Historical Walks with the First Annual Fort LeBoo Fest, Oct. 17, 10-5 and Oct. 18, 12-5 at … Continue reading

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Erie County Veteran & War Memorials Inventory Launched

County Councilman Jay Breneman, in partnership with Erie Yesterday, has announced an inventory of veteran and war memorials throughout Erie County. The purpose of the inventory is to engage the public in helping to identify and record all memorials and … Continue reading

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New Book Provides Overview of Native American Archaeology in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission recently announced the publication of “First Pennsylvanians: The Archaeology of Native Americans in Pennsylvania,” the first comprehensive review of Native American archaeology in Pennsylvania intended for a general audience. The book is based on … Continue reading

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