Last updated: 1/9/2009
Collegeville-Trappe, Pennsylvania
Street Address
301 W. Main StreetCollegeville-Trappe, PA 19426
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 26708Collegeville, PA 19426

Hours

Open Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
Recorder available to leave messages

Admissions

Donation

Staff

Rev. Robert A. Meschke
phone: 610-489-7560
Pat Mancuso
phone: 610-489-7560
Description

Encourage local historical research and publication of the results
Promote historical activities in the community
Encourage the preservation of historic sites.
The Society maintains two 18th century buildings that serve as foundations for its activities such as museum exhibits, library and research, and programs and events. We are working toward increasng our visibility with events and program in order to be a resource for the community.

History

Formed in 1964.

Artifact Collections

Dewees Museum displays artifacts that reflect the history of the area from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
Muhlenberg House reflects the life and times of Henry Melchoir Muhlenberg and his family during the Revolutionary War.

Research Collections

We are in the process of catorizing our collection. Our Historian can assist with geneological research upon request.

Educational Programs

Docent Training (no charge)
Tracing your 17th-18th Century property (fee)
Lectures (donations or fee, as appropriate)
Tours available Sundays June through August (donations)
Geneology Research ($15 per hour)

Governance

Board of Directors

Library
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars
Appointment required: Yes
Publications

Quarterly Newsletter, The Chronicle
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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