Historical Society Set to Award Two Scholarships To High School Seniors

Attention ALL Lincoln High School & Riverside High School Seniors — the annual Ellwood City Area Historical Society Scholarship submission is quickly approaching!

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the entry deadline has been extended, and is now due Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society will award two $1,500.00 scholarships to two (2) graduating seniors. Graduating seniors from Lincoln High School and Riverside High School who have been accepted to attend a college, Trade School or Performing Arts are eligible.

Applications may be received from the High School Student Guidance Counselor or from the Ellwood City History Center, by calling 724-752-2021.

Each applicant is asked to prepare a 400 – 600 word essay, researched and documented about Ellwood City area. Suggested topics to be considered include people, Harmony Line Trolley, churches, family farms/businesses and social organizations.

Applicants may stop at the History Center, 310 5th Street, Ellwood City, PA during normal business hours Wednesday, and Thursday from noon until 4:00 p.m. for general information, previous essay topics and research help.

The History Center has awarded scholarships since 1999, and has contributed $66,000.00 to 44 graduating seniors.

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