Important Artifacts Received
The Pennsylvania Chautauqua of Mount Gretna has transferred the Chautauqua Board
of Managers Minute Books to the Museum Archives for preservation and research purposes. A quick look at
early records reveals some very interesting information. We are presently researching these books and will
publish information via email messages or in a full newsletter format.
July 30, 2010 - 7:30 PM - Hall of Philosophy
Mt. Hope Furnace and the Community Established by the Grubbs
Presenter will be William Rhoads owner of the Furnace Ruins and a house
in the town. Learn about this important furnace town that was separated by the PA Turnpike from
the Mt. Hope Mansion.
July 31, 2010 - 10:00 AM
A Visit to the Mt. Hope Village and Ruins of the Furnace and Charcoal House
Meet at the back of the Chautauqua parking lot at 10:00 AM to car pool to Mt. Hope.
Museum and Mt. Gretna Information Center - 206 Pennsylvania Ave.
Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
In Memory of Jack Bitner
1917-2008
In Memory of
Patricia Attwood (Light)
1926-2008
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Mt. Gretna Area Historical Society
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