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 Restored Swamp Creek School, Society's Home and Meeting Place
Chartered in 1999, the purpose of the New Hanover Township Historical Society is to preserve the history, lore, and historical heritage of New Hanover Township. Membership is open to anyone having an interest in the history or heritage of New Hanover Township and the New Hanover area. Members need not be township residents. The society depends on volunteers for work and donations for financing. Although an independent organization, the society maintains a working relationship with the township government. New Hanover Township Historical Society, Inc. is included under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Tax Code. All contributions are fully deductible. Projects, Programs, and Workshops The society provides programs on its work to small groups and is actively planning workshops on local folk life and culture. The schoolhouse is open to the public the first Sunday of each month from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. except December through February. Meetings Regular meetings of the society are held the fourth Wednesday of the month at the Swamp Creek School except November through February. There is a program of local historical interest and refreshments from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a business meeting 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The business meetings usually focus on current projects. Visitors welcome. Swamp Creek School
Built in 1853, the Swamp Creek School on Reifsnyder Road has been carefully restored by society volunteers and today serves as the society's home and meeting place. Housed there is a collection of township school memorabilia and an extensive school book collection. Additionally, the school serves as a field trip destination for school groups where Nineteenth Century school life can be experienced. Publications The historical society provides a weekly column, called "The Historian," about township history in the Community Connection newspaper published by Berks-Mont News and anticipates additional publications of local research. The first 72 articles of The Historian have been collected and published by the society in a book called "Swamp, New Hanover." The book is on sale at Suloman's Milk Store, The Shoppe at Minister Creek, and Hickory Park Restaurant. Proceeds benefit the historical society. Community Assistance The society advises those seeking assistance on restoration projects, researching old buildings and sites, and genealogical work. If you are interested in joining the New Hanover Township Historical Society, please download and complete the membership application. Membership is open to anyone having an interest in the history or heritage of New Hanover Township and the New Hanover area. Members need not be township residents. We hope to see you at our next meeting.
Download and print membership application form (PDF file)
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