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August 31, 2026

Ellwood City Historical Society Extends Annual Fund Drive To Sept. 30

The Ellwood City Historical Society annual fund drive goal was set at $10,000.00 but has not been reached as of the end of August. “Again this year we turn to you, the membership and friends to ask for your continued support to help the Society meet its goals and help growth into the future,” says Andrew Kindle, Fund Drive Chairman. The Ellwood City Area Historical Society started 38 years ago on February 12, 1988. Its purpose and goals are still the same, that is, the collecting, preserving, and promoting and sharing our history to the area and future generations. An…

July 29, 2026

Historical Society Continuing To Fundraise Towards Its Annual Fund Goal

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society announced earlier this month its annual fund drive will occur July 15 through September 15, 2026. The board of directors has set the goal of $10,000.00. The historical society is open four days a week, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and is available other times by calling the History Center (724-752-2021) during the week or weekend. 1st Vice President Andy Kindle is the Fund Drive Chairman and states that the committee will be using mailings, e-mails, Facebook and other means to connect with the community. “The Society wants to Thank You…

June 18, 2026

PHOTO: Remembering Ellwood City From The Roaring Twenties

A lively community event on Saturday, June 14th at the Historical Society took visitors back to the unforgettable years between the Roaring Twenties and the beginning of World War II. Remembering Ellwood City from the Roaring Twenties through World War II proved to be a highly successful event, sponsored by the Ellwood City Area Historical Society with assistance from the Beaver Valley Model A Ford Club. “It was such a wonderful event; I am proud of the Historical Society and all those who contributed in any way,” said Mayor Anthony Court. The event featured a variety of attractions designed to…

June 1, 2026

Ellwood City Historical Society Presents “From Flappers to the Front: Jazz, Jalopies, and Hard Times”

Step back into the sights, sounds, and spirit of America between the World Wars as the Ellwood City Area Historical Society proudly presents its exciting summer historical celebration: From Flappers to the Front: Jazz, Jalopies, and Hard Times Sunday, June 14, 2026, 10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Historic Ellwood City, Pennsylvania This lively community event will transport visitors back to the unforgettable years between the Roaring Twenties and the beginning of World War II — a time of jazz music, rumble-seat automobiles, Prohibition, economic hardship, and remarkable American resilience. The event will feature a variety of attractions designed to entertain…

February 17, 2026

Language, Legacy, and Relocation: The Story of a German Church in Ellwood City

During February’s meeting of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society, the gathered 35 members and guests were treated to a presentation on some local history that began just after the end of the Civil War. Also during the meeting, Linda Ritter Zapadka and Rosemary Morgan were recognized with Certificates of Appreciation for their steadfast service as ECAHS volunteers. Bill Johnston, historian for the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Ellwood City, discussed the history of the church and the cemetery that was associated with the congregation. “In 1885, three Siebenburg Saxons decided to leave their homeland and seek their fortune in…

February 6, 2026

2026 Historical Society Scholarship Notice

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society will award four (4) fifteen hundred dollar($1,500.00) scholarships this year. All graduating seniors living in the Ellwood City Area School District or the Riverside School District are eligible. Applications and requirements may be obtained from either high school Guidance Counselor, or from the Ellwood City Area Historical Society. The History Center at 310 5th Street is open Monday through Thursday from 10 am until 2 pm. Scholarship competitors may make appointments to use the History Center’s research facilities by calling 724-752-2021. There will be two (2) $1500.00 Robert and Janice Barensfeld Scholarships awarded and…

January 20, 2026

Historical Society Enjoys a Berry Exciting Story

When some people look for something to make their lives more fulfilling, they turn to various endeavors. Some try new hobbies such as fishing, eBay, or collecting antiques. Some just buy a blueberry farm. The 31 guests at the January meeting of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society learned that that’s just what Myron and Lauren Chappell did. The Chappells are preparing for their first season as the new owners of the Duck Run Blueberry Farm. The couple bought the blueberry plants from the former Blueberry Hill Farm in Enon Valley, and they were quick to begin the extensive learning…

December 8, 2025

Ride Ellsworth The Trolley To Christmas In The Park This Weekend

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society is sponsoring trolley rides to Christmas in the Park from 6:30 to 8:30 on Friday and Saturday evenings December 12th and 13th. Ellsworth the Trolley will load at the History Center, 310 5th Street for the narrated round trip. The museum will be open for those waiting between tours. Donations will be accepted with equal shares of the proceeds going to the Chamber of Commerce selected recipients for each evening and the Historical Society. Ellsworth will be towed by Shawn Plassmeyer of Plassmeyer Towing who is donating his services for this event.

November 19, 2025

Dr Brad Brown’s Magic leaves Historical Society Spellbound

Members and guests were entertained by the magic and stories of local magician and dentist, Dr. Brad Brown at the November meeting of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society on November 10th. The near-capacity crowd at the Bob and Janice Barensfeld Meeting Room learned how Dr. Brown became interested in magic at an early age thanks to weekly magician guests on the Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. It was these performances that drove him to pursue the art for himself because as he said, “I just couldn’t stand not knowing how the tricks were done.” This led to countless hours…

November 5, 2025

Magic Man Dr. Brad Brown To Highlight ECAHS Meeting On Monday

He can make a toothache disappear, but will be on on display at Ellwood City Historical Society on Monday, November 10th. Local Dentist, Dr. Bradley Brown, DDS, will demonstrate the magic that helped him get through Columbia University with a degree in Biochemistry and Dental School at the Ohio State University as a Doctor of Dental Surgery. Dr. Brown began his Family Dental Practice in Ellwood City in 1989 and has also demonstrated his lifelong passion for magic as a featured magician at many local venues. His office is currently located at the corner of Fifth Street and Fountain Avenue…