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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  • 10th Annual Member & Friends Dinner

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

    Historical Society to Recognize Betty Hoover DiRisio at the 10th Annual Member & Friends Dinner Join us September 15th for an evening of entertainment and friendship. Please join us in honoring volunteer and Board member Betty Hoover DiRisio at our 10th Annual Member and Friends dinner on September 15, 2016. The event will take place at […]

    $25
  • Antiques and Collectibles Appraisal Fair (2016)

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

    Discover the value of your hidden treasures! Check your attics, overstuffed closets, memorabilia sitting on your side table. Ever wonder how much it is worth? Need to resolve a “it’s a precious treasure” versus “it’s worth nothing” debate? You can settle those arguments at our 3rd annual Antiques & Collectible Appraisal Fair. A local local auctioneer […]

    $5
  • Johnson Bronze History: Formation & growth

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

    The Family • The Industry We invite and welcome all those who who worked at Johnson Bronze. Come and Share your memories and memorabilia. Our program features the formation and growth of Johnson Bronze through the effort of Patrick J. (P.J.) Flaherty. Join us on this very special evening as granddaughter, Julia (Judy) Stack Tannehill and […]

    Free
  • Mistletoe Magic – A Victorian Christmas party

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

     Victorian Christmas decorations - A very special evening indeed! Join us for an evening of visual splendor, entertainment and delight!

    $30
  • Writing Workshop and Book Signing

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

    Writing Workshop and Book Signing The Lawrence County Historical Society will host a free memoir writing workshop and book signing Saturday, August 1st from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM in its annex building. "Creative Writing with Chris" - 11 am The workshop, Creative Writing with Chris, by Christine O’Neill Susany will be held from 11:00 AM […]

    $15
  • Book Signing: Meet Ted Toles Jr and Author Michael Swank

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

    Living on Borrowed Time: The Life and Times of Negro League Player Ted Toles Jr The Lawrence County Historical Society, 408 North Jefferson Street, New Castle, is sponsoring a book signing on Saturday, February 7th from 1pm to 4pm. Meet New Castle Indians player Ted Toles, Jr. and the author of his life story, Michael […]

    Free
  • Haunted History Walking Tour

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

    Join us for New Castle’s Haunted History Walking Tour Friday - October 3 @ 7:00 pm OTHER HAUNTED TOUR DATES Saturday - October 4 @ 7:00 pmFriday - October 10 @ 7:00 pmSaturday - October 11 @ 7:00 pmFriday - October 17@ 7:00 pmSaturday - October 18 @ 7:00 pmFriday - October 24 @ 7:00 pmSaturday - October 25 […]

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  • Victorian Tea

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

    Join us for a Victorian Tea in the Greer-Clavelli Mansion where you will be entertained by story master Bill Zeiger. You will be delighted with our dainty finger sandwiches, delicate cakes and scones topped with lashings of clotted cream. A special Easter omelet will be provided by Tin City Caters. Seating is limited to 24 […]

    $15
  • Haunted History Walking Tour & Reading

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

    Join us for New Castle’s Haunted History Walking Tour & Reading Friday - October 18 @ 6:30 pm and 8:00 pmSaturday - October 19 @ 6:30 pm and 8:00 pmFriday October 25 @ 6:30 pm and 8:00 pmSaturday - October 26 @ 6:30 pm and 8:00 pm Due to the subject matter, participation is restricted to ages 12 […]

    $20
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