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Historic Hanna's Town Winter Schedule

Browse a variety of carefully-selected, history inspired gifts and keepsakes, including books, issues of our Westmoreland History magazine, home décor, children’s activity books, puzzles, and more. All sales benefit the nonprofit Westmoreland Historical Society.

Stop in and visit us:

Thursday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Genealogy & Research Library

Trying to track down the whereabouts of a long-lost ancestor? Looking to decipher an old photograph or letter? Want to know about life in Westmoreland County decades or centuries ago? Discover your family roots at our library! We have reference books, genealogical records, and original documents of local interest waiting for you to investigate.

Stop in and visit us:

Thursday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Visit our Online Shop!

Stop in and visit us:

Thursday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Volunteer

We are always looking for new volunteers to come join us!

Westmoreland Historical Society is interested in people that are interested in the history of Westmoreland County.

If you would like more information on becoming a tour guide, helping with our education programs, researching for genealogy requests, organizing our extensive collections, or helping out in the Museum Gift Shop, please contact us. We would love to tell you more about what we do and we what to know what you could do for us!

Contact us now for this exciting opportunity to meet new people, give back to your community and help in preserving the history of Westmoreland County.

Historic Hanna's Town

Established in 1773, Hanna’s Town was the site of the first seat of government for Westmoreland County

Historic Hanna’s Town consists of the reconstructed Hanna’s Tavern, three re-located log houses, a reconstructed Revolutionary War era fort, and a wagon shed that houses an authentic late 18th century Conestoga wagon.
Home to the Headquarters for Westmoreland Historical Society, Hanna’s Town includes the Westmoreland History Education Center.

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Upcoming Events

Antiques & Collectibles Market

Aug 9, 2026

ALL DAY

Frontier Family Days: Huzzah to America 250!

Aug 15, 2026

11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Research Center

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Education

Have More Questions?

Whether you’re researching your roots or planning a visit, we’re happy to help. Reach out anytime.

Events & Programs

Check out our scheduled events!

Antiques & Collectibles Market

Antiques & Collectibles Market

Aug 9, 2026

ALL DAY

Historic Hanna's Town
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601

Frontier Family Days: Huzzah to America 250!

Aug 15, 2026

11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Historic Hanna's Town
809 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601

Our Mission

The Westmoreland Historical Society is an educational organization dedicated to acquiring and managing resources related to the history of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania and using these resources to encourage a diverse audience to make connections to the past, develop an understanding of the present, and provide direction for the future.