Current Events

Work on our short-term exhibit space is underway!
You will be able to view the interesting items and artifacts from the Society's Lincoln Collection in the expanded display cases.
John Moore
Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 2:00 pm

The Trial of Peter McManus

Presented by John Moore

Historian and author John Moore will recount the trial of Peter McManus who was convicted of murder and who was the only alleged member of the Molly Maguires to be hanged in Northumberland County. Come see what is sure to be a fascinating presentation. Free and open to the public!  For more detail, please see below.

Preview of John Moore Molly Maguires program

John Moore Molly Maguires program

Background about John Moore's program on the trial of Peter McManus, an alleged Molly Maguire.

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Lincoln impersonator
Sunday, April 27, 2025, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A Visit from Abraham Lincoln
Presented by Rick Miller

Lincoln impersonator Rick Miller will be on hand for the formal opening of the Lincoln Collection of artifacts and documents relating to Lincoln recently found in the Society's collection.  Mr. Miller will deliver a presentation from the perspective of our 16th President. Following the presentation, this special exhibit will again be available for viewing.