Society Happenings

Sep 14

Fundraising Update - September 2024

The Program Committee has been working hard to develop some exciting activities for the Northern Appalachian Folk Festival, and the...

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Sep 6

Museum Happenings September 2024

This month, the Society is thrilled to roll out a line-up of fantastic events. Anyone joining us will find the grounds in impeccable...

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1858 Chickering Square Grand Piano Shines Again

Aug 31

1858 Chickering Square Grand Piano Shines Again

Mark your calendar for Thursday, September 19, 2024 to enjoy the second annual performance of the Historical Society's 1858 Chickering...

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A Day in History: Indiana County’s Past Comes Alive at NAFF

Aug 24

A Day in History: Indiana County’s Past Comes Alive at NAFF

The Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County (HGSIC) is pleased to partner with the Northern Appalachian Folk Festival...

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Aug 10

Fundraising Update - August 2024

Our fall tea is September 14 and final preparations are underway. Our members are poring over their favorite cookie recipes and...

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Aug 3

Museum Happenings - August 2024

As summer drifts onward, August serves as a reprieve from the many activities which previously filled the last few months. For now, the...

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New Exhibit Opening: “School Days: When We Were a Couple of Kids”

Jul 20

New Exhibit Opening: “School Days: When We Were a Couple of Kids”

The exhibit “School days: When We Were a Couple of Kids” opened on July 16 and will be available through the end of December at the...

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Jul 15

Fundraising Update July 2024

May was a busy month for the fundraising committee. May 18 was the Spring Tea, and the Clark House was bustling with this sold-out event....

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Jul 7

Museum Happenings July 2024

As the Society finds itself in the middle of the year, the Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County continues to thrive,...

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Celebrating Our Heritage: Historical Society Honored with Ambassador in Tourism Award

Allen Fiechuk

Jun 22

Celebrating Our Heritage: Historical Society Honored with Ambassador in Tourism Award

On Friday, June 14, 2024, the Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County was honored at the Indiana Mall by the Indiana County...

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Elaine Maudie

Jun 15

Program Update - June 2024

On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Bob Fulton will present his book, Burial at Home Plate: An Oddball History of the Pittsburgh Pirates at 6:30PM...

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Jun 8

Burial at Home Plate Book Review

Don’t judge me: I have to confess that I’m not a big fan of baseball. So I was surprised when I liked this book. Bob Fulton’s Buried...

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Jun 2

Museum Happenings June 2024

A host of delightful events in May have paved the way for the Society’s June happenings. Support from donors continues to arrive from the...

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General John A. Logan: The Father of Memorial Day

Allen Fiechuk

May 25

General John A. Logan: The Father of Memorial Day

Memorial Day, once known as Decoration Day, stands as a solemn tribute to the courageous soldiers who sacrificed their lives in defense...

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Elaine Maudie

May 20

Upcoming Programs at HGSIC

In honor of Memorial Day the Northern Appalachian Folk Fest and the Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County organized a...

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May 11

Fundraising Update - May 2024

Once upon a time, the Society was planning a trivia night and looking for attendees. They checked with friends. They checked with other...

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JoAnne McQuilkin

May 9

In Memoria - Jean Williams (1921-2024)

With sadness the Historical Society heard of the passing of our Director Emeritus, Jean Williams. Jean gave years of her life furthering...

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May 4

Museum Happenings - May 2024

May signals the end of the semester and graduation for local university students. Unfortunately, this means it is time to say goodbye to...

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Cultivating Care: Honoring the Volunteers of the Historical Society

Allen Fiechuk

Apr 27