Unless otherwise noted, events are held at the
Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum
432 W. Walnut Street
Allentown, PA 18102

"Abraham Lincoln Exhibit"
Learn more about Abraham Lincoln's life, accomplishments, and legacy as you tour this inspiring exhibition. FREE to members, $6.00 for non-member adults, and $3.00 for non-member children.

Through 2011

Exhibit—“Energy Past & Present: Creating, Consuming & Conserving”  Through simple, fun, hands-on activities, visitors learn about the role of energy in their lives and discover how easy it is to reduce energy use at home.   Sponsored by PPL Electric Utilities's
E-power initiative.  FREE to members, $6.00 for non-member adults, and $3.00 for non-member children. 

2nd, 10:00 am–4:00 pm: "Fire Prevention Week"
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week On Saturday, October 2nd.  Meet “Smokey the Bear,” hear true stories of the heroic efforts of firefighters, see dozens of antique and new fire trucks on display.  Children receive a free hot dog and soda.  Learn about fire prevention. Fun and educational for the whole family. Week-long exhibit of fire memorabilia at the museum. Ron Smith, guest curator.

8th, 7:00 pm: "Haunted History: True Recreations of Historical Horrors"
Experience the supernatural as you visit three authentic historical recreations starting with Mary Todd Lincoln in the White House of 1863 crying out to the spirit world to reach her dead son Willie.  Mary also held séances in hopes of reaching her beloved husband after his assassination.  Meet Edgar Allan Poe as he curdles your blood with tales of the past.  Your third and final stop delivers a close encounter with a remorseful reporter who covered Lehigh County’s most notorious 1892 double murder. FREE to members; non-member adults, $6, non-member children $3.

9th, 1:00 pm: "Holocaust Survivor"
Auschwitz survivor Severin Foyerman tells his true story of living through the Holocaust. Born 1922 in Poland, Foyerman survived one of the cruelest and deadliest episodes of world history. Your opportunity to meet and speak with a rare and inspirational human being.FREE to members, non-member adults $6, non-member children $3.

16th, 1:00 pm: "Antique Appraisal Fair"
National Appraisal Consultants LLC and popular radios hosts of Value This, The Weekly Appraisal Show, Dr. Leon Castner & Brian Kathenes, appraisers extraordinaire, will appear at the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum on October 16th.  This informative and fun-filled show opens up the mysterious world of antiques and appraising. Bring your Lehigh Valley collectibles to find out what they're worth.  FREE to members, non-members adults, $6, non-member children $3.

17th, 1:00-5:00 pm: "Lehigh County's Open Gate Farm Tour"
This year's tour, organized by the Cooperative Extension, includes Haines Mill, 3600 Haines Mill Road in Allentown, where the historical society will offer tours and demonstrations. Family Fun! FREE

6th, 1:00 pm: "Pennsylvania German Exhibit Opening"
A major exhibition featuring the history, culture, and contributions of Pennsylvania Germans to the Lehigh Valley and America.  From the farm to the city, Pennsylvania Germans helped shape the history and culture of the Lehigh Valley and the nation.  Learn about their remarkable legacy when this exhibit opens on Saturday, November 6th.  The exhibit will run through summer 2011.  FREE to members, non-member adults $6, non-member children $3. The exhibit and related programs are sponsored in part by grants from the County of Lehigh, the Charles H. Hoch Foundation, the Holt Family Foundation, the Julius & Katheryn Hommer Foundation, the Keystone Nazareth Charitable Foundation, the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation, the Rider-Pool Foundation, and the Sylvia Perkin Perpetual Charitable Trust.

12th, 7:00 pm: "New York Times Bestselling Author James Swanson"
Internationally-acclaimed author James Swanson will talk about and sign his newest book Bloody Crimes: The Chase for Jefferson Davis and the Death Pageant for Lincoln’s Corpse on Friday, November 12th at 7:00 pm. After the release of his award-winning thriller Manhunt, Swanson returns with the extraordinary story of the search for Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy and the death of President Lincoln.  Don’t miss this rare opportunity to meet James Swanson on his national book tour of Bloody Crimes. FREE to members, non-member adults $6, non-member children $3.

4th, 3:00-7:00 pm: “A Pennsylvania Dutch  Christmas 1842,”
Held at the “Historic Troxell-Steckel Farm,” 4229 Reliance St., Egypt. Meet Steckel family members from the year 1842 as they prepare for Christmas!  Enjoy holiday games, carols, baking, stories, and tree decorating.  The Belsnickel (St. Nicholas in furs), will give treats to those who are well behaved.  FREE to members, non-member adults $6, non-member children $3. Last tour at 6:15 p.m.

11th, 1:00 pm: “Christmas in Pennsylvania”
Enjoy Christmas at the Heritage Museum as Santa Claus and the historic Pennsylvania German Belsnickel (St. Nicholas in furs) arrive together aboard a vintage fire truck touring the city of Allentown.  Join us for photo opportunities, candy canes, and family fun.  Then settle in for a professional PowerPoint program as we present “Christmas in Pennsylvania:  Past & Present."  FREE to members, non-member adults $6, non-member children $3.  What a great way to start the season; bring the family and friends.

Exhibits, events, and other operations of the Lehigh County Historical Society are supported in part by grants from the  Century Fund, the Harry C. Trexler Trust, the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission, devoted members of the Society and countless others who have made generous donations.  We thank you all; we couldn’t do it without you.