Published August 11. 2022 11:26AM
Lehigh Valley Passport to History’s flagship event Passport to History Month returned featuring five weekends of fun in July. Thirty-two historic sites signed on to open their doors for free tours, activities and programs for visitors of all ages.
Passport to History Month is a celebration of local history, stories and the community that brings Lehigh Valley history to life.
“The greater Lehigh Valley area has an incredibly rich and diverse history,” Susan Ellis, marketing chair for Lehigh Valley Passport to History and executive director of the Moravian Historical Society said.
“Lehigh Valley Passport to History is proud that our partners are making historic sites and museums accessible to everyone by providing free admission during their featured weekend. This is a terrific opportunity to learn about the cultural resources in this area.”
Passport to History Month was sponsored by Working Dog Press, Embassy Bank, Kutztown Folk Festival, Webfoot Digital and EBC Printing.
Passport to History is supported in part with funding provided from the Northampton County Hotel Tax Grant, the Lehigh County Hotel Tax Program and from the Institute of Museum & Library Services.
PRESS PHOTOS BY C. RICHARD CHARTRAND The Emmaus Historical Society, 218 Main St., Emmaus, opens its doors to visitors during the Lehigh Valley Passport to History event July 23 and 24.
Big displays are located in the garage of the Emmaus Historical Society including signs from the 2009 Anniversary, a washing machine, cabinet and tools.
A loom is on display from one of the local factories.
A sled is ready for Santa at the Emmaus Historical Society.
This weather vane is on display at the Emmaus Historical Society during Lehigh Valley Passport to History July 23 and 24.
