Monthly Archives: August 2012

The Sr. Mary Lawrence Franklin Archival Center collections include materials related to the Mercyhurst Community and Sisters of Mercy and several special collections. Special Collections include the Mayor Louis J. Tullio Collection which consists of memorabilia from Louis J. Tullio’s … Continue reading →

Drake Well Museum invites you to the grand opening of Drake Well Museum’s new 10,000 square foot petroleum exhibit. The event is on Sunday, August 26, 2012. In addition to exhibit tours, the day will feature re-enactors, musical entertainment, refreshments … Continue reading →

Flagship Niagara Senior Captain Walter Rybka received the National Maritime Historical Society’s Rodney N. Houghton Award for “the best feature article in Sea History Magazine”. Captain Rybka’s article is entitled “The War of 1812 on the Inland Seas”. Copies of … Continue reading →

During this event that runs for 12 hours between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on August 14, your Erie Community Foundation will match a percentage of each donation that you make to your favorite nonprofit(s) – including Erie Yesterday – … Continue reading →

Erie County Historical Society has established several ways in which it recognizes outstanding achievement and dedication to the field of history, on the part of individuals and organizations.  This recognition may be awarded for service over a period of time, … Continue reading →

With this year’s blueberry crop arriving weeks ahead of schedule, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy fresh, local berries. Including the Edinboro Area Historical Society’s annual Old Fashioned Blueberry Social. Be sure to join them for a slice of … Continue reading →