Monthly lecture series with guest speakers • Museum tours • Walking tours of historic New Castle • Lawrence County Trivia Competition • Sports Hall of Fame • Fireworks exhibits • Ice cream social • Membership & Friends Dinner • Haunted History Walking Tour • Mistletoe Magic • Open House with Santa
Seating is limited! Make your reservation as soon as possible! The Lawrence County Historical Society invites you to attend "The History of Pennsylvania Dutch Folk Art" on Wednesday July 19 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Our thanks to the Almira Foundation for making this event possible. TOPICS INCLUDE Presented by Frances Halley, folk artist […]
CANCELED EVENT - we recently learned that the launch location and height of the fireworks has changed. They are no longer visible from our lawn. It is with great regret that we have had to cancel our Fireworks on the Lawn. Welcome to our Annual Fireworks on the Lawn! The Lawrence County Historical Society is […]
One of the most popular hands-on art classes for adults and it requires NO prior experience. However, advance reservations are required. The Lawrence County Historical Society and the New Castle Public Library, in concert with the Almira Foundation, are pleased to announce their "Alcohol & Ink on Tile" craft event. Create colorful, vibrant designs on […]
Due to public interest, we are offering another Tile Craft Event. Join us on August 28th! This popular hands-on art class for adults requires NO prior experience. However, advance reservations are required. The Lawrence County Historical Society and the New Castle Public Library, in concert with the Almira Foundation, are pleased to announce their "Alcohol […]
Genealogists worldwide agree that one of the most challenging family lines to research are those of African American heritage. The Lawrence County Historical Society is proud to announce its upcoming "Finding Your African American Roots’ event" on August 30. The class will address several key topics including: Event presenter: Roland Barksdale-Hall EVENT IS FREE BUT […]
Advance reservations are required as seating is limited. We invite you to join us September 13 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for a presentation of "Holocaust Survivors of Lawrence County: Stories of Resilience and Rebuilding." Learn about three Holocaust survivors who immigrated to and settled in Lawrence County; how these survivors started families, owned and […]
Reservations are strongly recommended as seating is limited. We invite you to join us October 11 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for a presentation of "Rebels on Lake Erie." A tale of intrigue, conspiracy, and adventure, set against the backdrop of the Civil War. The Lawrence County Historical Society is proud to announce its upcoming […]
"The Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe" dramatic presentation will take place on October 25, 2023 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in the East Lodge Room. The Lawrence County Historical Society and the New Castle Public Library have partnered to host an enchanting evening performance of Poe stories and poems by author Mark Dawidziak […]
This program is ideal for students and adults alike!Due to limited seating, reservations are strongly encouraged. The Lawrence County Historical Society is proud to announce its upcoming speaker event, “The First Frontier: Native American Tribes of Western PA” as presented by Brady Crytzer. Mr. Crytzer teaches history at Robert Morris University and is the narrator […]
