Some of the programs the society typically offers are:

logo for our events calendar 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

Latest Past Events

Holocaust Survivors of Lawrence County: Stories of Resilience and Rebuilding

Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle

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 […]

$5

Finding Your African American Roots

Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle

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 […]

FREE

Alcohol & Ink on Tile Craft Event

Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle

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 […]

$25