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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The Lawrence County Historical Society invites you to celebrate AMERICA's 250th ANNIVERSARY at our annual "Fireworks on the Lawn" Event. Watch New Castle's fireworks display from our Clavelli Cultural Center porch and lawn. Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm ENJOY Coney Island hot dogs with all the trimmings (courtesy of Coney Island) […]
On June 20 between 9 am and 4 pm, the Lawrence County Historical Society is holding its 3rd Annual Yard Sale at the Joseph A. Clavelli Cultural Heritage Center, 408 N Jefferson Street. All items for sale will be on display on the covered mansion porch. So, no concern about rain! HOW TO DONATE ITEMS […]
The Lawrence County Historical Society is hosting a lecture by author & historian Brady J. Crytzer featuring the first narrative history of the federal project known as The National Road. From the publisher:Upon America’s 250th anniversary comes the story of a new republic forging unity through ambition and action, inspired by George Washington’s youthful dream […]
DEADLINE to PURCHASE BANQUET TICKETS - April 19, 2026 before 4 pmAdvance purchase only. No tickets can be sold at the door.DEADLINE to SUBMIT ADVERTISEMENTS - APRIL 12, 2026 - see purchase details below - EVENT DETAILS DATE: April 26, 2026 beginning at 12:00 pm (noon) LOCATION: New Englander Banquet Center, 3009 Wilmington Road, New […]
The Lawrence County Historical Society is hosting an upcoming lecture detailing the ‘Freedom Seekers’ on the underground railroad; highlighting locations from Beaver County making their way North into Lawrence County. EVENT DETAILS DATE: April 23, 2026 from 6-7:30 pm LOCATION: Medure Annex, 408 N Jefferson St, New Castle PA TICKET PRICING (see purchase links below): […]
The Lawrence County Historical Society invites you to "come and smell the flowers" and learn about the fascinating story of the Butz family over the past 152 years. The Lawrence County Historical Society is honoring ‘The History of Butz Florists’ by opening a temporary exhibit in its Joseph A. Clavelli Cultural Heritage Center, 408 N. […]
The Lawrence County Historical Society is pleased to present author and lecturer Thomas McMillan to discuss his recent book, “The Year That Made America” DECIDE SOON. ADVANCED TICKETS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.Seating is limited, so get your tickets now! FREE FOR STUDENTS! Deadline to apply is Oct 6. See order LINK below. Join us October 8 […]
On August 9 between 8 am and 3 pm, the Lawrence County Historical Society is holding its 3rd Annual Yard Sale at the Joseph A. Clavelli Cultural Heritage Center, 408 N Jefferson Street. All items for sale will be on display on the covered mansion porch. So, no concern about rain! HOW TO DONATE ITEMS […]
The Lawrence County Historical Society is pleased to announceour annual "Fireworks on the Lawn" Event. Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 7:30 - 10:00 pm ENJOY Coney Island hot dogs with all the trimmings • ice cream • dessert • and drinksavailable for all in attendance. Join the Lawrence County Historical Society to watch the fireworks […]
Enjoy an open house with charcuterie, drinks and tours of the beautiful historic mansion. Join us at the Lawrence County Historical Society for a special ribbon cutting celebrating the grand reveal of the newly renovated Annex. Our FREE tours include updated and new exhibits in the Clavelli mansion. Enjoy some complimentary drinks and charcuterie as […]
DECIDE SOON. ADVANCE TICKETS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.Seating is limited, so get your tickets now! FREE FOR STUDENTS!See order button below. By placing Western PA at the center of the story, we gain new insight into the American Revolution. In May 1775, some 250 years ago, several North American colonies had just begun fighting a war […]
DEADLINE to PURCHASE BANQUET TICKETS - April 20, 2025 before 4 pmAdvance purchase only. No tickets can be sold at the door.DEADLINE to SUBMIT ADVERTISEMENTS - APRIL 13, 2025 - see purchase details below - EVENT DETAILS DATE: April 27, 2025 beginning at 12:00 pm (noon) LOCATION: New Englander Banquet Center, 3009 Wilmington Road, New […]
From July 1824 to September 1825, the French Marquis de Lafayette, the last surviving major general of the American Revolutionary War, made a tour of all of the 24 states in the United States. Our presentation ‘Our Nation’s Guest’ tells the story of the General’s 14-month tour of America as the guest of the nation […]
DECIDE SOON. ADVANCE TICKETS ARE REQUIRED.Seating is limited, so get your tickets now! Deadline to purchase on line: March 8 The Lawrence County Historical Society is pleased to announce its upcoming educational speaker event, “The Kittanning Raid of 1756: The First Military Action Authorized by Pennsylvania and How it Changed the Future of the American […]
DECIDE SOON. ADVANCE TICKETS ARE REQUIRED. Seating is limited, so get your tickets now! Deadline to purchase on line: Nov 3 The Lawrence County Historical Society is pleased to announce its upcoming educational speaker event, “TELLING WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA HISTORY THROUGH SLAVERY AND ABOLITION” as presented by David H. Lehman, Assistant Professor, Westminster College. Western PA […]