Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum

Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum A detailed archaeological exhibit highlights this display. Groups are always welcome. A community room is also available for programs and meetings.
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The society features a collection of Orwigsburg & Southern Schuylkill County's memorabilia, artifacts, and a genealogical library serving Orwigsburg & Schuylkill County. Featuring an expansive collection of memorabilia, published works, a genealogical library, and artifacts representing Orwigsburg and Southern Schuylkill County, the society is housed in the former Friendship Fire Co., built in 189

1. An extensive interpretive display tells the story of Southern Schuylkill County from its earliest settlers through the development of agriculture, industry, and transportation. The society, located at 109 East Mifflin Street, is open every Thursday, 12:00 – 4:00 and by appointment. Call 570-366-8769 or 570-617-7809 for additional information.

06/02/2026

A Great Big "Thank You" to Frank Deom and Eye on the Anthracite Region for the spectacular video piece on our beloved Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum!!!!!!!! ❤

This colorized photo, shared by OHS member Cynthia Arnold, illustrates Orwigsburg’s long history of patriotism & respect...
05/25/2026

This colorized photo, shared by OHS member Cynthia Arnold, illustrates Orwigsburg’s long history of patriotism & respect for those who served our country, bravely.

The photo, circa early 1920’s, shows Schuylkill County’s very first courthouse (now M&T & Community Parking).

Excellent program on Thursday, presented by Jim Segrave-Daly! Great speaker….Great audience! Thank you to Steven Detwile...
05/23/2026

Excellent program on Thursday, presented by Jim Segrave-Daly! Great speaker….Great audience! Thank you to Steven Detwiler for the great photos!

Excellent program on Thursday, presented by Jim Segrave-Daly! Great speaker….Great audience! Thank you to Steve Detwiler...
05/23/2026

Excellent program on Thursday, presented by Jim Segrave-Daly! Great speaker….Great audience! Thank you to Steve Detwiler for the terrific photos!

05/16/2026

Join the Orwigsburg Historical Society on Thursday, May 21st, 7:00 p.m. for a little Revolutionary War history in honor of our nation’s 250th birthday!

*****Show Your Support for the Orwigsburg Historical Society and for our local grocery store, Boyer's Market!***** ...
05/16/2026

*****Show Your Support for the Orwigsburg Historical Society and for our local grocery store, Boyer's Market!*****
Boyer's Market has always supported the Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum through their corporate support & “Caring Sharing Program.” Now they have a new rebate program that’s even better.
All you need to do is download their “My Boyer’s Extra Savings” free app on your phone and choose “Orwigsburg Historical Society” as your charity to benefit! No key cards to remember and you will receive even more rewards for yourself and our historical society will benefit, too!

Join the Orwigsburg Historical Society on Thursday, May 21st, 7:00 p.m. for a little Revolutionary War history in honor ...
05/15/2026

Join the Orwigsburg Historical Society on Thursday, May 21st, 7:00 p.m. for a little Revolutionary War history in honor of our nation's 250th birthday!

Do You Remember? Every small town had at least one movie theater, one pool hall, one skating rink, several bars, ...
04/28/2026

Do You Remember?
Every small town had at least one movie theater, one pool hall, one skating rink, several bars, an American Legion, a VFW, and a BOWLING ALLEY...in Orwigsburg??? You bet! The very same building that now houses Valenti's on West Market Street was once a bowling alley.
Here is a brief timeline of Orwigsburg's bowling alley:
~ Opened in 1945 and operated for fifteen years by A.V. Heiser, as "Heiser's Bowing Alleys," it was resurfaced in August of 1952. Previous to opening the bowling alley in Orwigsburg, Heiser owned a Dodge-Plymouth automobile business. Heiser began selling Hupmobiles in 1918.
~ February, 1955, "Heiser's Bowling Alleys" was sold to Curtis Eby of New Ringgold
~ In June of 1955, Eby's "Orwigsburg Bowling Alleys" added a soda fountain, selling Sealtest Ice Cream, submarine sandwiches, and fountain drinks.
~ In 1962, Robert E. & Ruth Rarick became the proud owners of "Rarick's Bowling Lanes" and operated the business until about 1968.
Thank you to Rick Nagle, Schuylkill Haven, for kindly donating this photo. 🎱

Great program by Frank Neumeister last evening. Amazing crowd, too! 🙂 Many joined our Society for its very first program...
04/17/2026

Great program by Frank Neumeister last evening. Amazing crowd, too! 🙂 Many joined our Society for its very first program of 2026, celebrating 250 years of Schuylkill County’s & America’s history! 🇺🇸 Thank you to our super Society volunteers and to member, Steve Detwiler for his terrific program photos!

First program of the Society's 2026 program series, "Tracing Schuylkill County's & America's History: Celebrating 250 Ye...
04/15/2026

First program of the Society's 2026 program series, "Tracing Schuylkill County's & America's History: Celebrating 250 Years of American History."

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109 E Mifflin Street
Orwigsburg, PA
17961

Opening Hours

12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15703668769

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