Programs and Special Events
The historical society continues to develop new programs for 2022.
Currently the train station museum is OPEN from 1-4 Sunday.
Currently the train station museum is OPEN from 1-4 Sunday.
Programs and Special Events
Old Movie Night
January 21st, 2022 - 2pm
Location: Friendly Community Center
This will be the first meeting of the new year. Join us for popcorn and a movie. Movie title is TBD.
Stories of the Past
February 18th, 2022 - 2pm
Location: Friendly Community Center
We have asked several longtime Barrett Township residents to share their memories of the community and tell some stories about growing up in Barrett. We will open the program up to the attendants who want to share their memories of working in town, driving older cars, and attending Barrett events such as the Halloween Parade or the Carnival. The BTHS will be recording this living history.
BTHS Collections
March 18th, 2022 - 2pm
Location: Friendly Community Center
BTHS Collections. The historical society has been collecting artifacts and taking donations, and this year we will open the older collections up for exhibit. Here is a chance to see artifacts from our history that are not usually on display. Curators Jackie Magann and Joanne Seese will be on hand to answer your questions.
Meet the Local Authors: Darryl & Jackie Speicher
April 15th, 2022 - 7pm*
Location: Friendly Community Center
Join authors Darryl and Jackie Speicher as they talk about their new book: 50 things to know about the birds in Pennsylvania. There will be books on hand for sale and signing. *This month we return to our evening meeting schedule.
Old Movie Night
January 21st, 2022 - 2pm
Location: Friendly Community Center
This will be the first meeting of the new year. Join us for popcorn and a movie. Movie title is TBD.
Stories of the Past
February 18th, 2022 - 2pm
Location: Friendly Community Center
We have asked several longtime Barrett Township residents to share their memories of the community and tell some stories about growing up in Barrett. We will open the program up to the attendants who want to share their memories of working in town, driving older cars, and attending Barrett events such as the Halloween Parade or the Carnival. The BTHS will be recording this living history.
BTHS Collections
March 18th, 2022 - 2pm
Location: Friendly Community Center
BTHS Collections. The historical society has been collecting artifacts and taking donations, and this year we will open the older collections up for exhibit. Here is a chance to see artifacts from our history that are not usually on display. Curators Jackie Magann and Joanne Seese will be on hand to answer your questions.
Meet the Local Authors: Darryl & Jackie Speicher
April 15th, 2022 - 7pm*
Location: Friendly Community Center
Join authors Darryl and Jackie Speicher as they talk about their new book: 50 things to know about the birds in Pennsylvania. There will be books on hand for sale and signing. *This month we return to our evening meeting schedule.
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.
