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Mt. Gretna Area Historical Society

Name: Mt. Gretna Area Historical Society
Address: 206 Pennsylvania Avenue, Mount Gretna, PA, 17064, US
Telephone: (717) 964-1105
Price range: $
Rating: 5

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Gretna Area Historical Society (MGAHS) is a not-for-profit organization that strives to educate people of all ages and backgrounds on Mt. Gretna's heritage and its relevance to local and national history. MGAHS collects, preserves, exhibits, and makes accessible objects pertaining to Mt. Gretna's past to the general public.

08/05/2026

How well do you know Mount Gretna’s architectural and cultural landmarks?

We've covered everything but the rooflines—can you identify these seven buildings from top to bottom? Drop your guesses in the comments by number.

Then join us on the porch of the Mount Gretna Area Historical Society Museum for "History on the Porch," where we'll reveal each building one roofline at a time, uncover a few surprising tidbits hidden in their history, and invite you to share your own memories of these places.

You'll discover...
--Which Mount Gretna building still contains pieces of the old Hotel Conewago

--Why four postcards that look perfectly G-rated today caused a stir for a local family at the turn of the twentieth century

--What the former Mount Gretna Inn and the Timbers Restaurant have in common

Saturday, August 8 · 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Mount Gretna Area Historical Society Museum
206 Pennsylvania Avenue

See you on the porch!

P.S. One of these seven keeps its secret until you join us out on the trail. Can't make it to the porch—or want more? Catch a Walking Tour at 1:00 p.m. Saturday or Sunday and hear the stories behind some of Mount Gretna's historic landmarks (starts at the Visitor Center). Better yet, do both!

06/14/2026

More than a collection of historic buildings, Mount Gretna reflects a broader American story — from the iron industry and early transportation networks to educational movements, religious gatherings, preservation efforts, and the evolution of community life.

By walking these historic paths together, we not only explore the past, but help preserve the stories, places, and traditions that continue to make Mount Gretna unlike anywhere else.The Mount Gretna Area Historical Society is proud to share these stories through guided tours, museum collections, oral histories, history on the porch conversations, research archives, educational programs, and preservation efforts throughout the community.

Join us this afternoon (6/14) from 1pm - 2pm and stroll through history with us.

Meet at the Mount Gretna Visitor InformationCenter.
FREE Admission.
Approximately 1 hour
Walking pace with frequent stops
No registration required
Donations are appreciated and help support the Historical Society’s preservation and educational efforts

06/03/2026

A beautiful evening at the Heights Community Building celebrating the support and commitment that goes into the Mt Gretna Historical Society and museum.

05/24/2026

Before Route 72.
Before Route 117.
Before most people even owned automobiles.

Visitors arrived in Mount Gretna by train, then explored the community on foot — or, for a time, rode a narrow gauge railroad toward the grand Hotel Conewago, the National Guard R***e Range, and on to the summit of Governor Dick.

Today it’s easy to overlook just how innovative and connected this little woodland community was in its early days.

Join the Mount Gretna Area Historical Society for the first guided walking tour of the season and discover some of the stories still hiding in plain sight around the Pennsylvania Chautauqua grounds.

📍 Meet at the Visitor Information Center
🕰 TODAY, May, 24th, at 1pm (tour is approximately 1 hour)
🎟 No registration required

05/21/2026

2026 Opening weekend is here!!

We encourage you to pop in and see what we are all about...brush up on your Mt Gretna History, browse our growing booklet series, sit on the porch and soak in how this magical place came to be.

Don't miss this year's display featuring "The Women of early Mt Gretna" and the "Farmers Encampment&Mount Gretna Park"

We have a beautiful bench donated by the Johnson family in memory of Redd Dixon. Co-founder of the Mt Gretna Art Show.

Reed passed away on Art Show weekend in 2025.

The Mount Gretna Historical Society, like the majority of organizations in Mt Gretna, is alive and well due to the amazing volunteers and generous donations. We thank you for your continued support!!

05/02/2026

🎉Join us!!!

📅May 9th

💡1pm

📍Hall of Philosophy!

04/10/2026

Save the date!!!!!!!

You wont want to miss the opportunity to learn about this fascinating woman!

Address

206 Pennsylvania Avenue
Mount Gretna, PA
17064

Opening Hours

Saturday	1pm - 4pm
Sunday	1pm - 4pm

Telephone

(717) 964-1105

Website

http://www.mtgretnahistory.org/index.php

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