Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County

06/09/2026

The Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County invites the community to step through a living tapestry of local history at its upcoming fundraiser, “A Century of Style: Indiana’s Threads

06/08/2026

06/04/2026

From corsets to shoulder pads… Indiana County history has never looked so stylish!

Join us for A Century of Style: Indiana’s Threads and Times 1890–1980 — a one-night theatrical fashion experience showcasing the people, culture, and changing lifestyles of our community across 100 years.

Friday, June 12, 2026
6:00 PM

Featuring:
Live historical storytelling
Dances from different eras
Scott Walton as MC
Refreshments throughout the evening

Purchase online at https://www.hgsic.org/event-details/a-century-of-style-indianas-threads-and-times-1890-1980 or at the Historical Society.

06/03/2026

Step back to the earliest days of Indiana County and discover a forgotten frontier community!

Join us on Thursday, June 11, at 7:00 p.m. at The Armory for "An 18th Century River Town in Indiana County: Results from Newport Site Archaeological Excavations."

Founded shortly after the American Revolution, Newport Village was Indiana County's first non-Native settlement and the site of the county's first Fourth of July celebration. Once home to taverns, blacksmith shops, residences, a post office, and river transportation facilities along the Conemaugh River, Newport played an important role in the movement of people and goods across western Pennsylvania.

Learn how ongoing archaeological excavations are uncovering the story of this long-abandoned river town and revealing what daily life was like on Pennsylvania's early frontier.

Don't miss this fascinating look into Indiana County's earliest chapter of settlement and trade!

If you plan on attending please RSVP: https://www.hgsic.org/event-details/an-18th-century-river-town-in-indiana-county-results-from-newport-site-archaeological-excavations

05/27/2026

HISTORY TAKES THE RUNWAY

The Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County invites you to an evening unlike any other!

“A Century of Style: Indiana’s Threads and Times 1890–1980” is more than a fashion show — it’s a living portrait of the people, personalities, and changing times that shaped Indiana County.

Friday, June 12, 2026
6:00 PM

Enjoy:
Vintage fashions from 1890–1980
Dance performances from Sharon’s School of Dance
Narration by Scott Walton
Savory bites & sweet treats

Reserve your tickets today athttps://www.hgsic.org/event-details/a-century-of-style-indianas-threads-and-times-1890-1980

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

Join us on May 28, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. as we welcome author James Gindlesperger. He will discuss his book "Bullets and Bandages: The Aid," which delves into the aid stations and field hospitals established during the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg. If you plan on attending please RSVP for planning purposes: https://www.hgsic.org/event-details/visiting-author-james-gindlesperger-bullets-and-bandages-the-aid

05/20/2026

Read our latest blog post from our Museum Chairperson: https://wix.to/fzlDgbD

Historic material culture, or the things people used daily to survive, is fascinating to me. For the last 25 years, I have made a study of the different styles of clothing throughout history as well as the different fibers and methods used for processing that fiber into fabric. While I am by no mean...

05/18/2026

Step into a century of Indiana County history through fashion, music, and storytelling!

Join the Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County for:

A Century of Style: Indiana’s Threads and Times 1890–1980
Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Experience a theatrical fashion show that brings Indiana County’s past to life — from patch town immigrants and garden club ladies to unforgettable 1980s personalities!

Featuring Scott Walton as Master of Ceremonies
Performances by Sharon’s School of Dance
Refreshments included

Tickets are available now at https://www.hgsic.org/event-details/a-century-of-style-indianas-threads-and-times-1890-1980 or in person at the society.

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of fashion, flavor, and local heritage!

Join us for our second annual Fashion Show.

05/14/2026

Read President Donald Lancaster’s May 2026 message: https://wix.to/NvEc1e8

Spring is here and we have a full list of programs at the Historical & Genealogical Society of Indiana County (HGSIC). Please follow Events on the HGSIC website. We average two programs a month. For most of the HGSIC events, there are no charges, but we do ask that you reserve a space, so we have a....