Events Archive – 2006

Calendar of Events

  • January 29, 2006 (6 PM at the Temperance House)Volunteer Recognition Dinner for the Christmas Open House Tour Homeowners & Research Center Volunteers
  • February 20, 2006 (8 PM at the Court Inn)General Membership Meeting (Press Release)
    “Greetings From Bucks County: Picture Postcards, 1900-1960” by Harry Henckel
  • March 4, 2006 (7 PM at the Court Inn)Tavern Night
  • March 20, 2006 (8 PM at the Court Inn)General Membership Meeting (Press Release)
    “The Healing Arts in Early America” by Melissa Jay
  • April 17, 2006 (8 PM at the Court Inn)Annual Meeting (Press Release)
    “Newtown: Past & Present – Selected Views from the Forthcoming Publication” by Brian Rounsavill
  • April 22, 2006 (5 PM at the Court Inn)Cocktail Party
  • May 5, 2006 (6:30 PM at the Court Inn)Historic Walking Tour(Press Release)
    “Walking Tour of Historic Newtown” by Jeff Marshall
  • June 7, 2006 (9:30 AM – 3 PM)5th Grade Walking Tour of Newtown
  • June 24, 2006 (5 PM at the Court Inn)Picnic
  • June 25, 2006 (8:30 AM at the Court Inn)Annual Spring Clean-Up
  • July 16, 2006 (10 AM at the Court Inn)Summer Fest
  • July 19, 2006 (12:30-1:30 PM at the Temperance House)Newtown Rotary Meeting – “Newtown: Past & Present – Selected Views from the Forthcoming Publication” by Brian Rounsavill and David Callahan (Press Release)
    An opportunity to get a sneak preview of the forthcoming publication. Click here to download an order form.
  • September 8, 2006 (7-9 PM at the Stocking Works)Newtown: Past & Present Book Signing (Press Release)
    An opportunity to purchase advance copies and have them signed by the author and editors. Click here to download an order form.
  • September 16, 2006 (10 AM – 4 PM)Market Day (Press Release)
    Rain date is September 17th – Call 215-968-4004 on the day of the event to confirm.
    Admission is free.
  • October 13, 2006 (7:30-9 PM at the Newtown Library)Newtown: Past & Present Slide Presentation and Book Signing (Press Release)
    A short PowerPoint presentation followed by an opportunity to purchase copies and have them signed by the author and editors. Click here to download an order form.
  • October 16, 2006 (8 PM at the Court Inn)General Membership Meeting (Press Release)
    “The History, Architecture and Dating of Bucks County Barns” by Jeff Marshall
  • November 20, 2006 (8 PM at the Court Inn)General Membership Meeting (Press Release)
    “Save Our Steel: The Redevelopment of Bethlehem Steel” by Amey Senape and Mike Kramer
  • December 2, 2006(10 AM – 4 PM)Open House Tour (Press Release)
    Rain date is December 3rd – Call 215-968-4004 on the day of the event to confirm.
    Tickets will be available at the Newtown Hardware House beginning November 5th.

Other Events:

  • Special Lecture Program – Invited speakers on topics of interest are regularly scheduled. Contact the Newtown Historic Association headquarters for more information.
  • Walking Tours – Newtown has retained a feeling and historic charm marked by the intangibles left by the many people who have contributed to its rich historical heritage. Experience the many things in Newtown that are of interest to the antiquarian by enjoying a walking tour. Brochures and maps are available at the Newtown Historic Association headquarters, or download and print the following walking tours and enjoy them on your next visit to town:
  • Architectural Scavenger Hunt – Test your knowledge of Newtown’s architectural heritage by taking a scavenger hunt looking for specific architectural details. This activity is a fun and unique way for families a friends to enjoy the sights and attractions found in Newtown. Download and print the following list of architectural details and join the fun on your next visit to town:

 

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Upcoming Events

Historic Graveyard Tour

March 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Join us for a fascinating presentation of the history and restoration of the Old Presbyterian Church Graveyard and the Slack Cemetery, followed by a guided tour of the restored headstones and footstones.

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Annual Meeting

April 15, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Please join us for the Annual Business Meeting of the Newtown Historic Association followed by a wonderful presentation of collectibles and relics from our “Treasures from the Attic”

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Annual Spring Clean-Up

April 27, 8:30am - 11:00am

Every year, in the Spring, we take a day to clean the Half Moon Inn, and it’s a time to put the Inn back to “right” while seeing neighbors and making new friends

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The Edward Hicks Room

The Newtown Historic Association invites you back in time to experience the life of Newtown's most famous artist, Edward Hicks. The Edward Hicks Room displays many of the treasures owned by Hicks during his lifetime. These items include a double-faced swinging sign portraying William Penn's Treaty with the Indians and Penn's Landing at Chester in 1844...learn more

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