We will be doing our annual lending of coats, gloves and scarves from November 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Author: Gene
The Rooms Inside The Historical Society
Take a look at the rooms inside the Historical Society.
Sewing Room showing period clothing on the second floor.
This Tallboy Clock dated pre-1900 is located in 2nd floor Parlor.
Violin was played for dances at the Seipstown Hotel.
Map locating One Room School Houses in the townships
Little Shoppers Village
A unique shopping experience where children can create holiday memories while they enjoy selecting gifts for their loved ones of all ages, friends and even pets. Gift selections range from $1.00 to $4.00 with our elves assisting so all gifts will be ready to place under the tree for Christmas morning fun.
All proceeds from the seasonal event support year-round children’s activities at our Society as part of our service to our community.
Upcoming Events for 2025
All events are at Historical Society headquarters unless otherwise indicated.
Genealogy Networking Sessions…2nd Sunday of every month, 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm..
April 6 to April 12 Spring Basket Social….Sunday Noon to 4 pm., Wednesday 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm., Friday 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm., Saturday 9:00 am to Noon.
The Plow Boys will be at the Historical Society with their tractor show during 2025 for two events. April 26 and 27 also again August 9 and 10.
April 24 Hoagie Fundraiser, with orders due by April 14, pickup 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
May 17 Yard and Bake Sale 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.
In Our Sheds
Werleys Corner sign used in the 20’s, 30’s and 40’s. This is hanging in the Pole Building.
New Smithville, Pa
Charles Betz
The First Vehicle for the Wescosville Fire Co.
Owned by Milton Zimmerman, owner of the Hotel on the property
The carriage was owned by Dr. Daniel E. Reinert, Veterinarian
Veteran’s Wall
Many pictures of our local Veterans, now deceased, who served our Country in various branches are posted.
Our Store
Stop in to see our store. There are some great things to look at and buy.
Just a few local books that we sell: History of Weisenberg Township Northwestern Lehigh County,
Old Northwestern High School Yearbooks,
“A Taste of History” Cookbook,
Various Post Cards.
You can buy a map of Weisenberg and Lowhill Townships
Gladys Lutz note cards-
Take a few moments to stop by our store and delight in Gladys’ artistry and preservation of the local Pennsylvania Dutch history she brilliantly relates from her youthful experiences in our own community. Packages of 12 cards for $6.00 are by theme of everyday customs as well as the special observations of Christmas and the New Year. Individual notecards are also available for sale. Our store is open and welcomes visitors during all community events.
Years of Quilts
2024 Quilt was “Delectable Mountain”
2023 Quilt was “Friendship”
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2022 Quilt was “Lone Star”
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2021 Quilt was “Americana”
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2019 Quilt was “Bridges and Barns”
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2018 Quilt was “Hummingbirds”.
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2017 Quilt was “Lovers’ Knot”
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2016 Quilt was “Log Cabin”
Genealogy Networking
Genealogy Networking
Usually the 2nd Sunday of each month 1:30 to 4:30 PM
Contact Justine Bachman at [email protected] or 610-760-1175 to reserve your spot.
Wi-Fi Internet Access is Available
Laptop and Ancestry.com is Available
Open to everyone
Membership not required, but we would love to have you join us
at 4585 Werleys Corner Road, New Tripoli 18066
Come when you want, leave when you must.
Left to right are David Neimeyer, Denise Drabick, Justine Bachman
These people can help you if you need assistance.
Take a look inside our library. A lot of information for you to gather to work on your family tree.
Grischtdaag-Christmas Cookie, Homemade Soup and Candy Sale
This event just ended for 2023. Hope to see you in 2024.
Membership Application
Membership application for joining the Historical Society.
Our membership is based on a calendar year.
We are open to the public with free admission and parking.
Financial donations are welcomed and appreciated.
WLTHS Membership also makes a perfect gift.
WLTHS is incorporated as a non-profit charitable organization in the Commonwealth of PA, and has been designated as a 501 (c) (3) all volunteer charitable organization by the IRS which began in 2003. All contributions are considered tax deductible for federal tax purposes under current IRS regulations.
Our physical address is 4585 Werleys Corner Road, New Tripoli, Pa. 18066.
Our mailing address is PO Box 91, New Tripoli, Pa. 18066
Our email address is [email protected].
If interested in volunteering contact us at 610-298-2091 and someone will call you back.
Thank you for your support!
Video from the New Tripoli Bank
Here is an exciting video created by the New Tripoli Bank. Click on the link below to view.
Past Events
Our very 1st basket weaving class was a success.
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A few pictures from our Spring Basket Social Event. These are always enjoyed by everyone who attends.
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We had a book signing by Shannon W. Helzer on May 2, 2023. The book is a Historical Fiction with a local family woven into the plot.
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Plow Boys
The Plow Boys held their event at the Historical Society August of 2023.
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We had three Farmer’s Markets this year.
Our first ever tree lighting before Christmas 2023
