| 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. Lecture and Book Signing “Mystery and Marvel: Philadelphia’s 1876 Centennial Exposition” with John H. Hepp, IV Saturday, February 8th, 2025 – 1 pm Learn about the significance of Philadelphia’s 1876 Centennial Exposition, America’s first world’s fair. Explore the stories of the Exposition through the eyes of 10 million visitors. FREE to members, non-member adults $10, age 2-11 $3, under 2 FREE Celebrate Lincoln’s Birthday with a Lecture & Book Signing “The Lincoln Miracle: Inside the Republican Convention that Changed History” with Edward Achorn Saturday, February 15, 2025 – 1 pm Explore the crucial 1860 Republican presidential nomination in Chicago that candidate Lincoln won. Discover the drama that animated the Republican National Convention of 1860. Enjoy a slice of Lincoln’s favorite white almond cake from Mary Todd Lincoln’s original recipe. FREE to members, non-member adults $10, age 2-11 $3, under 2 FREE Slide-Lecture program “The Future(s) of Pennsylvania German Ethnicity” with Dr. William Donner, PhD Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 – 1 pm Discover how Pennsylvania Germans maintained their distinctive practices and ethnic identity for several hundred years. Explore the future(s) for the people, their language and distinctive practices. FREE to members, non-member adults $10, age 2-11 $3, under 2 FREE Check back for more special upcoming programs in December. 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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