Published August 11. 2022 11:27AM
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 Lower Macungie Township Historical Society, 3120 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., lower level of red barn, Emmaus, stands ready to welcome visitors during Lehigh Valley Passport to History July 24.
This handmade quilt is on display at the Lower Macungie Township Historical Society.
A farm wagon with 100 pound canvas feed bags hanging over the edge gives visitors a glimpse of times long ago.
Lower Macungie Township Historical Society Vice President Ann Bartholomew talks with Terry Geist during the Lehigh Valley Passport to History event. PRESS PHOTO BY C. RICHARD CHARTRAND
A clarinet owned by a local band member Ollie Romig is on display. He was well-known as a organist for Cedar Union Church and a clarinetist in several local bands. The display includes a photo of the Macungie Band in which Romig is believed to be seated in the front.
A full sized St. Nicholas stands among period toys from days gone by.
