HTHS
Mission Statement
"The mission of the Haverford Township Historical Society is to protect, preserve and promote the history of our community and to sustain its cultural heritage for future generations through educational programs, accessible archives and site preservation."
The Society saved, rebuilt and furnished the 1710 Lawrence Cabin, now located on Karakung Drive in Powder Mill Valley Park, and entered into a formal agreement with Haverford Township to reshape, maintain and administer Nitre Hall (1810) and the Federal School (1797). In these historic sites, award winning educational programs are designed and staffed by the Historical Society. Visitors may also enjoy these local treasures during open houses, special events and by appointment.
7th Annual Heritage Festival (2013)
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First Sunday in June June 2, 2013, 11 am to 4 pm (event is RAIN or SHINE) Along Karakung Drive near Nitre Hall (click for driving directions.) (Click HERE for SEPTA directions)
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It’s our seventh year and we’re ready to present the best Heritage Festival yet! Join us in welcoming Summer on the first Sunday of June to enjoy one of Haverford Township’s favorite family events.
We need your HELP! Sign up to volunteer! We only need an hour or two!
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C44A9A62EA64-2013
Haverford Historical Society Street Team
Want to HELP? Print out the POSTER (it's 8.5 x 11) and post it up anywhere and everywhere.
- Open House/Tours of Lawrence Cabin and Nitre Hall
- Historical re-enactors and tours of historic sites
- Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia team members with hands-on demos
- Children’s activities like pony rides, corn husk dolls, Native American crafts, Native American face painting, and a model train display
- Blacksmithing demos
- Colonial Beer Brewing by Rich Wagner! Come see what was involved in making beer in the 1700's
- Find out about the Philadelphia quarantine "Lazaretto House"
- bee keeping information with live bees!
- Gentlemen from the Wheelmen showing biking styles from a century ago (no helmets!)
- Antique cars courtesy of The Historical Car Club of Pennsylvania
- Local non-profits on hand to share information and network
- Civil War living historians, the 61st New York Volunteer Infantry
- The Native American Alliance of Bucks County will have members on hand to give background information of Lenape Indians, the Passamaquoddy Indians, and general information about the tribes across the USA. Kids can learn how to make hoop sticks and beaded necklaces, as well as Native American face painting!
- Live music all day by local bands, pirates, as well as choral groups from the area;
- two new collectable pint glass designs, and Twin Lakes and Victory on tap!
Live Music Schedule
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Lower Stage |
Upper Stage |
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11:00 |
11:00 |
7th Heaven |
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11:40 |
Broessler School of Irish Dance - Irish Dancing |
11:30 |
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12:10 |
RK$TDY - Philadelphia traditional ska and foundation band |
12:30 |
the ISH - local HHS original music |
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1:15 |
HaverTones - local barbershop quartet style music |
1:15 |
Issy Swantak/Sofia Ryan - local acoustic favorites |
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1:30 |
Bloody Catholics - rootsy fusion of Celtic/Americana
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01:45 |
Pirates for Sail - pirate music & sea shanties |
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2:15 |
Amalia - Belly Dance Artist |
03:00 |
the Jersey Corn Pickers - original and traditional, high energy bluegrass and Americana music.
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2:40 |
Tom McLaughlin |
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| 3:30 | Aquaport - Original Indie Rock | ||
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The Heritage Festival takes place on Karakung Drive between Lakeside Drive and Manoa Road. Parking is available at either end of the festival along the road. We encourage visitors to walk or ride bikes. A bike parking area will be available near Nitre Hall at the festival. The festival will be held rain or shine. Stroll the drive and enjoy the day with the whole family!!
Questions? Email us!
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Thank you to all our SPONSORS! Please check them out. Their generosity and commitment to our community make this event possible.
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