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HistERIE Week 2023

Celebrate History in Erie County!

HistERIE Week 2023

The Erie County Public Library is excited to announce its Second Annual HistERIE Week!

This year's week-long celebration of history in Erie County is themed "History is Everywhere!" Ever notice those metal historic marker signs while you are out and about? You may be surprised to know there are over 200 historic markers in Erie County! They are there to share tidbits of the vast history of a location.

From Monday June 5th through Sunday June 11th there will be history programs around the county. And just because we don't have a program in your area doesn't mean there isn't history there! History really is everywhere! But it's not always documented with a marker or museum. To learn more about the history in your area, see your local library and some of the online resources available with your ECPL library card. The map in our take-home packet includes locations of documented historic sites in Erie County. Pick up your packet while supplies last at your local ECPL location.

This LibGuide provides information about event schedules, participant information, local history resources, and more! If you would like more information about the event, you can contact the library. (814) 451-6927

 

Special thanks to PHMC for allowing us to use the likeness of the historic marker. Used with permission of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

HistERIE Week 2023 Photos

Edinboro Branch Library, Hurry Hill Historic Marker

Edinboro Branch Library, Hurry Hill Historic Marker, Jan Woods

Edinboro Branch Library, Canoe Club Historic Marker

Soldiers' and Sailors' Home Chapel

Boulevard Park Tour, Our West Bayfront

Boulevard Park Tour, Our West Bayfront

Erie Land Lighthouse, Tower Tuesday

Erie Land Lighthouse, Tower Tuesday

Erie Land Lighthouse, Tower Tuesday

Erie Land Lighthouse, Tower Tuesday

Hornby School Historic Marker

Lawrence Park Historical Society History Walk

Lawrence Park Historical Society History Walk

Rice Avenue Library History Display (part of much larger display)

Beginner's Guide to Genealogy

Fort LeBoeuf Historical Society Talk, Ben Scharff

Strong Vincent Reenactor, Tom Hanson

Rice Avenue Library Civil War Talks, George Deutsch

Trolley Tour with Ken Springirth

African America History Tour, Our West Bayfront, Johnny Johnson, WQLN

African America History Tour, Our West Bayfront, Johnny Johnson, WQLN

Goodell Garden History Talks

Goodell Garden History Talks