A Respect for the Past. A Cornerstone for the Future. Chartered 1938.

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Programs the society typically offers are:

Monthly lecture series with guest speakers – Museum tours – Lawrence County Trivia Competition – Sports Hall of Fame – Fireworks exhibits – Ice cream social – Membership – Friends Dinner – Mistletoe Magic – Open House with Santa

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  • Movie Night on the Lawn

    Lawrence County Historical Society (Medure Building) 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    Ghosts and Goblins. Witches and Wizards. Ghouls and Monsters. Come one, come all!!! Kick off your Halloween season celebrations by viewing a FREE, family-friendly movie, HOCUS POCUS, on the Clavelli Historical Museum’s back lawn. Prior to the movie showing, there will be a Halloween Costume Contest for both children and adults. MOVIE GOERS: bring your […]

    Free
  • A Civil War Husband (discussion and book signing)

    Lawrence County Historical Society (Medure Building) 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    The Lawrence County Historical Society is pleased to announce Cynthia Friend Crytzer, author of A Civil War Husband, will be presenting an in-depth discussion about her book followed by a book signing. Books can be purchased on site during this event. A Civil War Husband provides a first-hand account of life as a Civil War […]

    $5
  • Stories Under the Stars (2022)

    Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    Join us for a magical, family-friendly evening for the young and young-at-heart under the stars hosted by The Lawrence County Historical Society. Snuggle into your lawn chairs and blankets and LISTEN as three experienced storytellers weave tales certain to capture the imagination of the audience. STORYTELLERS Date: September 10, 2022Time: 7 - 9:30 pm pmFREE […]

    Free
  • Native American Artifacts (2022)

    Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    The Lawrence County Historical Society in partnership with the King Beaver Archaeological Group are having a public exhibit of local Native American artifacts at the Clavelli Historical Mansion.Artifact experts will be on hand to provide detailed explanations of the various artifacts. A selection of items will be displayed, such as: arrowheads, tools, ax blades, knife […]

    Free
  • New Castle Fireworks, Loony Tunes and Food – A Community Gathering (2022)

    Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    We're back - after a COVID break - with our Annual Fireworks, Community Gathering and Children’s Program. Watch vintage Warner Looney Tunes cartoons – Schedule a Clavelli Mansion Tour – Enjoy hot dogs, ice cream, cake, and drinks. Stay and sit with your friends and neighbors on our porch and front lawn and watch the […]

    Free
  • So You Took a DNA Test – Now What? (2022)

    Lawrence County Historical Society (Medure Building) 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    Join us July 01, 2022 for a presentation on using DNA test results to find others related to you. So You Took a DNA Test - Now What? is designed for those genealogy buffs who want to use DNA test results to find others related to them. DNA research can help break down those 'brick […]

    $5
  • Genealogy 101 (2022)

    Lawrence County Historical Society (Medure Building) 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    Join us June 29, 2022 for a presentation on Genealogy. Genealogy 101 presentation is designed for those who wish to begin or are in the early stages of researching their family history. The presentation will provide how and where to find information, manual and/or technology methods for recording family information, and how to collect and […]

    $5
  • Foundations of Lawrence County (2022)

    Lawrence County Historical Society (Medure Building) 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    The King Beaver Archaeology Group will hear the 1840s origins of Lawrence County, presented by Lawrence County Historical Society president Andrew Henley at 6 pm. Sunday at the society, 408 N. Jefferson St. In 1849, Lawrence County was created from parts of Mercer County to the north and Beaver County to the south. This creation, […]

    Free
  • Ukrainian Refugee Seminar (virtual)

    Join us March 12 for a Seminar on the Ukrainian Refugee situation presented in local partnership with the Lawrence County Historical Society, the Pleasant Hill Historians, and Westminster College. As the conflict in Ukraine continues, millions of refugees are landing within the country of Poland. This Saturday, March 12th at 12:00 PM EST, Pleasant Hill […]

    Free
  • Mistletoe Magic Christmas Take-Out Dinner

    Museum at the Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, PA, United States

    ADVANCED TICKETS REQUIRED - DEADLINE TO PURCHASE DEC 4 Due to the continuation of the pandemic, we have decided to once again have a take-out dinner in place of our annual Mistletoe Magic Christmas party. Even though we won’t be able to get together, we can still enjoy a wonderful meal by our caterer, the […]

    $30
  • 14th Annual Member & Friends Dinner (2021)

    Cascade Park Dance Pavillon 1928 East Washington Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    Join us Sept 9th for our 14th Annual Member & Friends Dinner The society’s 14th annual Membership and Friends Dinner will be held at the Cascade Park Pavilion on Thursday, September 9th. Our honoree will be Lawrence County Commissioner, Dan Vogler, for his years of support to the society and Lawrence County. Vogler Brief Bio: Dan […]

    $35
  • Black Suffragists – the Untold Story (virtual)

    We invite you to attend our FREE online presentation. The Lawrence County Historical Society is combining February’s Black History Month and March’s Women’s History Month in this exclusive online program. On March 10 at 7 P.M., Jean Speight, a local historian, will share the history of some of the Black women who played important roles […]

    Free
  • Robert Stakeley – On Preservation of Photographs

    Lawrence County Historical Society (Medure Building) 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    Join us March 11. Be part of this hands-on workshop. Robert Stakeley is the Coordinator of the Archivist and Educational Programs at the Heinz History Center. For our program, he welcomes people to bring in photos and slides that they want to know how to preserve. He says there is no real limit and envisions […]

    Free
  • African Storytelling

    Lawrence County Historical Society (Medure Building) 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    Join us February 12 as we celebrate Black History Month with African Storytelling Charlotte Sheffield wears many hats. She is a teacher, a funeral director, an advocate and board director, a beloved aunt, a choir member, an actress, and an African storyteller. On Wednesday, February 12 at 7 pm, she will present a program on […]

    Free
  • SOLD OUT – Mistletoe Magic – A Victorian Christmas Party 2019

    Lawrence County Historical Society 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA, United States

    SOLD OUT - Mistletoe Magic Party. Lawrence County Historical Society’s Annual Victorian Christmas party is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Do you really need more reasons to attend? Join us December 14th for an evening of visual splendor, entertainment and delight! Don't delay, DEADLINE TO PURCHASE IS December 7, 2019 SOLD OUT - Tickets are only […]

    $30
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