| Unless otherwise noted, events are held at the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum 432 W. Walnut Street Allentown, PA 18102 Admission Price includes all Museum Exhibits, Research Library, and most Programs: Members FREE, Non-member Adults $10, 3-11 yrs. $3, Under 2 Free | |
| Ongoing Exhibits | |
| Exhibit: Native Americans: A Diverse & Evolving History Native Americans have inhabited Pennsylvania for more than 10,000 years. Featuring hundreds of authentic Native American artifacts, this exhibition explores what archaeology tells us about the Native Americans of Eastern Pennsylvania. FREE to members; non-members $10 adults, $3 children. Exhibit and accompanying programs are sponsored in part by a grant from the Keystone Savings Foundation. | |
| Exhibit: The American Presidency This exhibition features Presidential portraits, campaign buttons, and commemorative pieces related to individual presidents such as Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and John F. Kennedy. Exhibit and accompanying programs are sponsored in part by grants from the County of Lehigh and the Sylvia Perkin Perpetual Trust. FREE to members; non-members $10 adults, $3 children. | |
| Exhibit: The Life & Legacy of General Harry C. Trexler Explore the inspiring life and legacy of General Harry C. Trexler, industrialist, conservationist, and philanthropist. Learn about his many interests, hobbies, and business pursuits. Discover the greatness of Harry Trexler and his wife Mary. FREE to members, non-member adults $10, age 2-11 $3, under 2 FREE | |
| Exhibit: Donald P. Miller: Philanthropist, Community Leader and Businessman Discover the impact Don Miller made by supporting more than 200 nonprofits in the Lehigh Valley. Learn how he established The Century Fund to help nonprofit organizations achieve success. View a media production about his life and legacy. FREE to members, non-member adults $10, age 2-11 $3, under 2 FREE | |
| Exhibit: The American Revolution The American Revolution was a seminal event in world history. It created the United States and gave our country its identity. Explore how the American Revolution transformed America, inspiring it with many of America’s noble ideals: commitment to freedom and liberty, equality, constitutionalism and self-government. Learn about the tremendous sacrifices made by ordinary people to gain independence and create a new nation. FREE to members, non-member adults $10, age 2-11 $3, under 2 FREE Upcoming Events & Programs: All programs and events are subject to change or rescheduling. Celebrate Juneteenth with lecture by Dr. James Higgins Saturday, June 14, 2025 – 1:00 pm Enjoy cake and coffee! Discover what historic event Juneteenth commemorates. Explore the role Opal Lee played in Juneteenth. Learn the importance of Juneteenth. FREE to members, non-member adults $10, age 2-11 $3, under 2 FREE Allentown Band Concert at Historic Haines Mill Sunday July 17, 2025 – 6:30 pm – Weather Permitting Enjoy an evening of music as the Allentown Band presents a free open-air concert at the beautiful Historic Haines Mill, located at 3600 Haines Mill Road, Allentown, PA 18102. Bring your lawn chair, relax, and take in a selection of timeless and historic musical pieces. There will also be free guided tours of the historic mill available from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Please park in the lot accessed from the driveway southeast of the mill signed, “Cedar Creek Parkway East.” Check back soon for special upcoming programs. All programs and events are subject to change & rescheduling. Contact the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum for the most up-to-date information. | |
| Exhibits, events, and other operations of the Lehigh County Historical Society are supported in part by grants from the •Century Fund, the •Charles H. Hoch Foundation, the •Julius & Katheryn Hommer Foundation, the •Harry C. Trexler Trust, the devoted members of the Society, and countless others who have made generous donations. Funding for the Lehigh County Historical Society is supported by a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This Project was financed in part by a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development. We thank you; we could not do it without member support. |
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