Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society (NCHGS) is proud to offer a virtual tour of Easton, Pennsylvania’s Jewish heritage – past and present. In the 1650s, Dutchmen from New Amsterdam …
Join NCHGS for a tour relating tales of murder, mischief, and misadventure in the Downtown Easton Historic District! From the time of its founding in 1752, Easton’s history is filled …
Join us at 11:45am at the Sigal Museum for a powerful and memorable mid-day program marking the most defining moment in American history. At 12noon on July 8, museum guests …
Join us for a festive evening at one of Easton’s oldest pubs! The 1753 Bachmann Publick House—beautifully decorated for the holiday season—sets the perfect backdrop for an inviting Happy Hour …
Celebrate the spirit of independence and its enduring legacy! A full-day family festival, Heritage Day showcases local history and the heritage of many groups with reenactment events, activities for kids, …
Each month, tune in to explore some of our favorite artifacts, delve into the overarching themes of our galleries, or get a sneak peek into the planning and design of …
The United States of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 provides an exceptional opportunity to consider the important role of the Lehigh Valley in the nation’s origins and early growth and …
When we think of early America and the supernatural, we tend to think of the plot of a blockbuster movie: the witch frenzy and trials of Salem, the Lost Colony …
During the American Revolution, local officials in Pennsylvania were required to compile a list of every enslaved man and woman in each county. Northampton County’s “slave register” was thought to …
Celebrate the release of the highly anticipated fourth title in the I Knew George Washington Series with local author Jeff Finegan! Jeff will give a short presentation on the series …