Lackawanna Historical Society hosts old fashioned Christmas in Scranton on Dec. 8
From a press release:
The Lackawanna Historical Society will host their annual Holiday Open House on Friday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. at their headquarters, the Catlin House in Scranton.
Stop by to see traditional Christmas decorations and enjoy wassail and sweet treats, stories, crafts, and music. This year, the Society will feature a special exhibit of antique handmade doll houses on loan from a Society member. Also, as a Christmas treat, a “special guest” will make an appearance for holiday wishes and special gifts for the kids. Before this old fashioned Christmas celebration, LHS members can attend a special members-only party on Thursday, Dec. 7. at 7 p.m.
For more information about this event, contact the Lackawanna Historical Society (232 Monroe Ave., Scranton) at 570-344-3841 or e-mail lackawannahistory@gmail.com.
Founded in 1886 as the Lackawanna Institute of History and Science, the Lackawanna Historical Society provides the community with a record of local history through its museum and library collections, exhibits, and programs. In 1942, from the bequest of George H. Catlin, the society established its permanent home at Catlin’s 1912 residence. In 1965, Lackawanna County designated the Lackawanna Historical Society as the official county historical society, and the society continues to serve the county as a center for local history resources.
