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Threads of History Come Alive at "A Century of Style: Indiana's Threads and Times 1890-1980
What did Indiana County look like when coal whistles echoed through the valleys, flappers danced the Charleston, and teenagers huddled around transistor radios listening to rock and roll? This June, the Historical and Genealogical Society of Indiana County invites the community to discover the answer through fashion, storytelling, music, and movement at one of the Society's most entertaining fundraising events yet. On Friday, June 12, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Armor
Allen Fiechuk
4 days ago
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Date That Artifact
Historic material culture, or the things people used daily to survive, is fascinating to me. For the last 25 years, I have made a study of the different styles of clothing throughout history as well as the different fibers and methods used for processing that fiber into fabric. While I am by no means an expert, I do know quite a bit, and, as such, have been asked to help identify or date textiles for various local collections including those at the HGSIC. Identifying and d
Katie Gaudreau
May 20
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President's Comments - May 2026
Spring is here and we have a full list of programs at the Historical & Genealogical Society of Indiana County (HGSIC). Please follow Events on the HGSIC website. We average two programs a month. For most of the HGSIC events, there are no charges, but we do ask that you reserve a space, so we have a head count ahead of the event. There is a wide variety of topics that are covered. Longines Symphonette LCR-500 Slumber Center Electric Clock Light Radio As I think back to what th
Donald Lancaster
May 14
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Meet James Gindlesperger
James Gindlesperger is the author or co-author, with his wife Suzanne, of ten books. Several of his books have won national awards, including the prestigious Bachelder-Coddington Literary Award for his book Bullets and Bandages , the topic of his presentation on May 28 . Two of his books have achieved best-seller status on Amazon, and another has been featured on the Discovery Channel, with the movie rights optioned by Warner Brothers. He has written for the peer reviewed Get
The Historical Society
May 12
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From the Executive Director's Desk - May 2026
With spring in full swing, the Society is reflecting on a highly successful April and gearing up for a busy May and June. Last month, we saw fantastic community engagement during both of our scheduled buildings and grounds work days. These dedicated efforts have significantly improved our grounds, ensuring they are ready for the influx of visitors expected throughout the next few months. Last month, the Society held an event with the Indiana Walk-works program. Participants w
Allen Fiechuk
May 8
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Committee Updates - May 2026
Programs A special thank you to authors, Tom McMillan and Dr. Charles Cashdollar, for their engaging presentations in April. Their programs were a wonderful way to open up our events for the America250 celebrations at the Society. We also want to thank all those who joined us. As we move into May, the Program Committee is looking ahead with excitement to two outstanding upcoming events. We are especially excited to welcome a remarkable group of 31 young musicians—the Indian
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President's Comments - April 2026
As Winter fades into the oncoming Spring, the programs at the Historical & Genealogical Society of Indiana County (HGSIC) are beginning to pick up. Check out our website for all of our upcoming events. We average two programs a month. For most of the HGSIC events, there are no charges, but we do ask that you reserve a space, so we have a head count ahead of the event. There is a wide variety of topics that are covered. As I think back to what things I did as a kid growing up
Donald Lancaster
Apr 10
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Meet our April Authors
Tom McMillan Tom McMillan recently retired after a 43-year career in sports media and marketing, including 25 years as VP/Communications for the Pittsburgh Penguins of the National Hockey League. Now he spends his time studying and writing about his true passion: history. Tom is the author of five books on American history, including The Year That Made America , which recounts the intense political battle that led to the Declaration of Independence. He has also written two bo
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Committee Updates - April 2026
Fundraising The Fundraising Committee is kicking off this year's events with our annual Time Traveler’s Trivia . You don't have to be a trivia expert to enjoy the evening. It's all about having fun, sharing laughs, and enjoying great company. To keep everyone energized, the HomeMade Restaurant will serving a delicious taco bar, complete with sides and desserts prepared by the committee. And of course, no taco night is complete without refreshing mocktails to round out the ex
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