- Last Updated on Wednesday, 29 March 2017 20:11
The annual public meeting of the Greater Monessen Historical Society was held on Sunday, March 19, 2017.
The treasurer presented the financial report to the membership, and Mary Lou Mussano Simkins was introduced as the new co-treasurer. President Daniel Zyglowicz reviewed the events of the past year and discussed upcoming events.
The Historical Society is planning events to honor the memory of Monessen Founder, Colonel James M. Schoonmaker. The year 2017 will commemorate the 175th anniversary of the Colonel’s birth and the 90th anniversary of his passing.
Each board member was introduced and discussed their areas of responsibility.
A message from the William Henry Donner Family was presented to the membership. Industrialist William Henry Donner was also one of the founders of Monessen and built Monessen’s first industry, the National Tin Plate Company in 1897, as well as a three story twenty-five room home on Parkway.
The Orthodox Churches Exhibit was officially opened following the public meeting. This spring exhibit will be available for viewing through July on Wednesdays - Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. It covers the four Orthodox churches of the city: St. John the Divine Russian Orthodox Church, St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church, St. Michael’s Antiochian Orthodox Church, and St. Spyridon’s Greek Orthodox Church.
The Historical Society is looking for individuals interested in becoming historic reenactors. Inquire at the Heritage Museum or speak to any board member.
Membership renewals are due for the calendar year of 2017. Individual memberships are $15 for an individual, $20 for a family and $50 for a business.
For the upcoming Easter holiday, the Museum Shoppe is offering two unique books: “Celebrate Easter – Polish Style” and “Celebrate Easter – Slovak Style.” The softcover books discuss the Eastern European customs of the Easter season and offer delicious recipes to try. They are available for a donation of $12 each. Colorful Easter basket covers and religious table runners are also in stock for your holiday table.
The Greater Monessen Historical Society has a Twitter account. Follow us at @MonessenHistory. We are also on Facebook and have over 3,000 followers worldwide! We can be located on Facebook under “Greater Monessen Historical Society.” See our latest events, news and photos of previous events, and Google us to find our webpage filled with all the necessary information to visit, donate, join or learn about us!
The museum is open Wednesday - Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., weather permitting, at 505 Donner Avenue, Monessen. Call 724-684-8460 with questions.
