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
Chambers Site Presentation - Historic Sites Committee Meeting Come and be a part of the conversation as the Historic Sites Committee delves into the historical sites scattered throughout Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. On June 5, 2023 at 7 PM, Brian L. Fritz, MS, RPA, a local archaeologist and Principal Investigator at Quemahoning LLC, will be presenting […]
OUR YARDSALE CONTINUES FOR A 2ND WEEKEND. COME SEE WHAT TREASURES YOU CAN FIND. The Lawrence County Historical Society is holding a second weekend of our Spring Yard Sale on the grounds of the Clavelli Heritage Cultural Center on May 27 from 9 am to 12 noon.
DEADLINE TO DROP OFF ITEMS: April 15 - May 15 (see details below) The Lawrence County Historical Society will be holding a Spring Yard Sale on the grounds of the Clavelli Heritage Cultural Center on May 20 from 9 am to 2 pm. Spring is here! And, with Spring comes the dreaded seasonal ‘Spring House […]
Join us for an enchanted evening in the mansion! SPACE IS LIMITED. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. RESERVE your space today!. HERE'S HOW TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS DATE: December 17, 2022TIME: 6:00 to 7:00 pmCOST: FREE - advanced reservations required due to space limitationsLOCATION: Clavelli Historical Mansion408 N Jefferson St, New Castle PA 16101
The Lawrence County Historical Society is proud to announce the "Germans to America" educational program presented by Robert O. Stakeley, Heinz History Center Affiliate Coordinator, and Stefan and Pamela Israel, Heinz Affiliate Member "Unlock Your History." Ethnic Germans came to the New World in droves in the 18th and 19th century, and even today German […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Mike Perry - a graduate from Duquesne University, Mike […]
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 […]
