DERRY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

NEW DERRY, PA

The Derry Area Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in New Derry, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1973, the Society is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history, heritage, and culture of the area. The Society has over 600 members, and they host a variety of educational and cultural events throughout the year.

The Society's headquarters is located in the historic New Derry Train Station. This building was constructed in 1887 and served as the area's main railroad station until the 1950s. Today, the Society maintains the building and hosts a variety of events such as lectures, exhibits, and workshops.

The Society's main focus is on the history of the Derry Area. They collect and preserve artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of the region. They also keep an archive of local newspapers and other publications. The Society also has an extensive library of books and other materials related to the area's history.

The Derry Area Historical Society is an important part of the community. They provide educational programs and resources for students and adults, and help to preserve the area's unique history. They also work to promote local tourism and help to foster a sense of community pride.

DERRY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEW DERRY PA. US MID #8404201315

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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DERRY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 64
NEW DERRY
PA
15671

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