PRESS PHOTOS BY SCOTT M. NAGYJean and Philip Walvrek stand in front of the model of the Hess’s building, which Philip created, during the Whitehall Historical Preservation Society holiday open house, held Dec. 15, 2024, at the Helfrich Springs Grist Mill, 501 Mickley Road.

Attendees enjoy the refreshments and good company during the event. Open houses of the mill and the Peter Grim Homestead took place on several weekends in November and December.

A wreath adds a festive touch to close out another year of celebrating local history.