Hay Creek Valley Historical Association

08/24/2026

Planning on coming to the Hay Creek Festival? What are you looking forward to?

❤️ Is it the food?
❤️ The demonstrations?
❤️ Dancing and celebrating our 50th Anniversary?

Let us know!

50th Anniversary Hay Creek Festival
September 11 – 13, 2026 – 10 am to 5 pm daily
Click for details! https://haycreek.org/hay-creek-festival/

08/23/2026

🎶 Swing Into 50 Years with Hay Creek! 💃🕺

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary Hay Creek Festival in unforgettable style on Saturday, September 12, 2026!

Join us for an evening of big band music, dancing, and celebration as The M&J Big Band fills the dance floor with the timeless sounds of the Swing Era. Whether you're an experienced dancer or have never taken a step, this event is for you!
Click their link in the post below to hear the band!

✨ No experience necessary!
Your ticket includes:
🎵 1 hour of Lindy Hop dance instruction (6:00–7:00 PM)
💃 Open dancing with The M&J Big Band (7:00–10:00 PM)

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/swinging-into-50-years-with-mandj-big-band
• $15 when purchased in advance online
• $20 at the door
📱 Please bring your purchase receipt with you to the event.

Make it a date night, gather your friends, or come solo and discover the joy of swing dancing as we celebrate 50 incredible years of history, community, and fun at Hay Creek.

🎉 Don't miss one of the signature events of this year's Hay Creek Festival!

Questions?
📞 610-286-0388
📧 [email protected]

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

In August the Hay Creek Valley Historical Association acquired an antique pump organ from a local donor. After some minor repairs this organ will be played at the upcoming Hay Creek Festival on September 11-13, 2026.

This organ which dates to 1890-1929 was made by the Chicago Cottage Organ Company and sold from C.H. Lichty & Company in Reading, PA.

08/14/2026

🪡✨ Three Beautiful Quilts. Three Lucky Winners. One Incredible Cause.
This year, the 50th Anniversary Hay Creek Festival is celebrating in a big way with the 50th Anniversary Quilt & Early American Craft Raffle! Along with these stunning quilts, you'll also have the chance to win a variety of other handcrafted items. (See the website for the complete list.)

Every raffle ticket supports the preservation of Historic Joanna Furnace and helps ensure the Hay Creek Festival continues to celebrate Pennsylvania's rich history and craftsmanship for generations to come.
🎟 Raffle Tickets
• $10 each
• 3 for $25
🏆 Grand Prizes
❤️ Pinwheel Trellis – Red & White Queen Quilt (101" × 113")
💚 Broken Star – Burgundy & Green Queen Quilt (98" × 112")
🇺🇸 Red, White & Blue Queen Quilt (105" × 113")

🛒 Purchase your tickets today at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-quilt-and-early-american-craft-raffle, then pick them up at the Quilt Raffle Booth during the festival.

📅 Winning tickets will be drawn Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Whether you're a quilt enthusiast, a lover of handcrafted treasures, or simply want to support one of Pennsylvania's most beloved historical festivals, this is your chance to make a difference—and maybe take home a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Good luck, and thank you for helping preserve our history!

08/09/2026

It's time to celebrate! Step Back 200 Years... and Celebrate 50 Years of History!

Join us for the 50th Anniversary Hay Creek Festival at historic Joanna Furnace!

📅 September 11–13, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily

Experience one of Pennsylvania's most beloved living history festivals as the 26-acre Joanna Furnace Iron Works comes alive with demonstrations, historic trades, crafts, family activities, and unforgettable hands-on experiences. It's a perfect weekend for history lovers, families, and anyone looking for a unique day out!

✨ Special 50th Anniversary Event – Saturday, September 12! ✨

💃 "Swinging into 50 Years!"
Dance the night away with The M&J Big Band!

🎶 Lindy Hop dance lesson: 6:00–7:00 PM
🎺 Live Big Band dancing: 7:00–10:00 PM

No experience needed! Your ticket includes a full hour of dance instruction.

🎟️ Advance Tickets: $15
🎟️ At the Door: $20

📲 Get festival details and purchase dance tickets here:
https://haycreek.org/hay-creek-festival/

Annual Quilt and Early American Craft Raffle at the 50th Annual Hay Creek Festival Drawing Sunday, September 13 at 4:00 pm

This year marks a major milestone for the Hay Creek Festival. On September 11-13, 2026, the Hay Creek Festival will be celebrating its 50th anniversary event at Historic Joanna Furnace! Part of this celebration includes its annual Quilt and Early American Craft Raffle.

Questions?
📞 610-286-0388
📧 [email protected]

We can't wait to celebrate 50 years of Hay Creek Festival with you!

08/06/2026

🪡✨ Get Your Tickets Now! Three Beautiful Quilts. Three Lucky Winners. One Incredible Cause.

This year, the 50th Anniversary Hay Creek Festival is celebrating in a big way with the 50th Anniversary Quilt & Early American Craft Raffle! Along with these stunning quilts, you'll also have the chance to win a variety of other handcrafted items. (See the website for the complete list.)

Every raffle ticket supports the preservation of Historic Joanna Furnace and helps ensure the Hay Creek Festival continues to celebrate Pennsylvania's rich history and craftsmanship for generations to come.
🎟 Raffle Tickets
• $10 each
• 3 for $25
🏆 Grand Prizes
❤️ Pinwheel Trellis – Red & White Queen Quilt (101" × 113")
💚 Broken Star – Burgundy & Green Queen Quilt (98" × 112")
🇺🇸 Red, White & Blue Queen Quilt (105" × 113")

🛒 Purchase your tickets today at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-quilt-and-early-american-craft-raffle, then pick them up at the Quilt Raffle Booth during the festival.

📅 Winning tickets will be drawn Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Whether you're a quilt enthusiast, a lover of handcrafted treasures, or simply want to support one of Pennsylvania's most beloved historical festivals, this is your chance to make a difference—and maybe take home a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Good luck, and thank you for helping preserve our history!

08/02/2026

🎶 Swing Into 50 Years with Hay Creek! 💃🕺

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary Hay Creek Festival in unforgettable style on Saturday, September 12, 2026!

Join us for an evening of big band music, dancing, and celebration as The M&J Big Band fills the dance floor with the timeless sounds of the Swing Era. Whether you're an experienced dancer or have never taken a step, this event is for you!

✨ No experience necessary!
Your ticket includes:
🎵 1 hour of Lindy Hop dance instruction (6:00–7:00 PM)
💃 Open dancing with The M&J Big Band (7:00–10:00 PM)

🎟️ Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/swinging-into-50-years-with-mandj-big-band
• $15 when purchased in advance online
• $20 at the door
📱 Please bring your purchase receipt with you to the event.

Make it a date night, gather your friends, or come solo and discover the joy of swing dancing as we celebrate 50 incredible years of history, community, and fun at Hay Creek.

🎉 Don't miss one of the signature events of this year's Hay Creek Festival!

Questions?
📞 610-286-0388
📧 [email protected]

07/31/2026

What's your favorite thing about the Hay Creek Festival? Join us for our 50th ANNIVERSARY HAY CREEK FESTIVAL – Friday – Sunday, September 11 – 13, 2026 – 10 am to 5 pm.
https://haycreek.org/hay-creek-festival/