Programs and Special Events
Currently the train station museum is OPEN the second Sunday of the month from 1-4pm beginning October.
The Art of Repairing and Building Musical Instruments
October 21, 2022 - 7pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
Dr. Ed Kosmahl, a gifted musician who performs with the Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars being skilled at performing on most fretted instruments, will be speaking on how he became involved with the building of his own instruments. Be prepared for a demonstration of his musical talents.
Early Settlers in Barrett Township 1860-1880
November 19, 2022 - 2pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
Follow the footsteps of U.S. Census taker James Place, portrayed by Darryl Speicher, as James tells stories of the life of the early settlers in the newly established Barrett Township in the 1860’s and beyond. Are you a descendent of Barrett’s early settlers? If so, we as historians would like to add your name to our list of Barrett families.
Christmas in Times Past “Christmas in Times Past”
December 16, 2022 - 2pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
For our Christmas get-together we would like to have everyone submit “old time” pictures of buildings in Barrett Township decorated for the holidays. These can be of businesses or private homes. Please submit your pictures by the third week of November to stationmuseum@gmail.com. so we can put these together for a slide show for all to enjoy. Also, please bring with you a “special” Christmas ornament and let us know the story behind why it is so special. Of course, what is Christmas without a “cookie exchange”? Please bring a dozen of your favorites if you would like to participate. There will be Christmas music by Ruth Kochera and also a little “extra surprise” for your enjoyment.
The Sprag Mill” by Mickey Miller
January 20, 2023 - 2 pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
Did you know that Theodore B. Price invented the Sprag? It was first used in 1902. Our program for July was to be an Introduction to Bee Keeping. Since we were unable to have this program through the Monroe County Bee Keeping Association, it has been rescheduled for our meeting in April and will be presented by Darryl Speicher who is well qualified to do the presentation.
October 21, 2022 - 7pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
Dr. Ed Kosmahl, a gifted musician who performs with the Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars being skilled at performing on most fretted instruments, will be speaking on how he became involved with the building of his own instruments. Be prepared for a demonstration of his musical talents.
Early Settlers in Barrett Township 1860-1880
November 19, 2022 - 2pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
Follow the footsteps of U.S. Census taker James Place, portrayed by Darryl Speicher, as James tells stories of the life of the early settlers in the newly established Barrett Township in the 1860’s and beyond. Are you a descendent of Barrett’s early settlers? If so, we as historians would like to add your name to our list of Barrett families.
Christmas in Times Past “Christmas in Times Past”
December 16, 2022 - 2pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
For our Christmas get-together we would like to have everyone submit “old time” pictures of buildings in Barrett Township decorated for the holidays. These can be of businesses or private homes. Please submit your pictures by the third week of November to stationmuseum@gmail.com. so we can put these together for a slide show for all to enjoy. Also, please bring with you a “special” Christmas ornament and let us know the story behind why it is so special. Of course, what is Christmas without a “cookie exchange”? Please bring a dozen of your favorites if you would like to participate. There will be Christmas music by Ruth Kochera and also a little “extra surprise” for your enjoyment.
The Sprag Mill” by Mickey Miller
January 20, 2023 - 2 pm
Location: The Cresco Train Station on Sand Spring Road in Cresco, PA
Did you know that Theodore B. Price invented the Sprag? It was first used in 1902. Our program for July was to be an Introduction to Bee Keeping. Since we were unable to have this program through the Monroe County Bee Keeping Association, it has been rescheduled for our meeting in April and will be presented by Darryl Speicher who is well qualified to do the presentation.
The Cresco Station Museum: The society has regular programs at the Cresco Station Museum. From Memorial Day to Columbus Day, there is a monthly performance by local musicians and an Ice Cream Social. The museum is also the site of an Art's and Craft's Exhibit on the second Sunday of each month. Local Artists and Crafters display and sell their work. Exhibits change periodically.
Regular Meeting and Programs:
The Society has a monthly meeting which is held the third Friday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Friendly Community Center. From November to March the meetings will be held at 2:00 PM. Following a short business meeting, a scheduled speaker covers some aspect of local history. The June meeting is a field trip to a place of historical importance, the location is usually within one hour drive.
Watch for our flyers around town and The Village View for more information on our upcoming programs.
