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Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum

Name: Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum
Address: 109 E Mifflin Street, Orwigsburg, PA, 17961, US
Telephone: +15703668769
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A detailed archaeological exhibit highlights this display. Groups are always welcome. A community room is also available for programs and meetings.
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The society features a collection of Orwigsburg & Southern Schuylkill County's memorabilia, artifacts, and a genealogical library serving Orwigsburg & Schuylkill County. Featuring an expansive collection of memorabilia, published works, a genealogical library, and artifacts representing Orwigsburg and Southern Schuylkill County, the society is housed in the former Friendship Fire Co., built in 189

1. An extensive interpretive display tells the story of Southern Schuylkill County from its earliest settlers through the development of agriculture, industry, and transportation. The society, located at 109 East Mifflin Street, is open every Thursday, 12:00 – 4:00 and by appointment. Call 570-366-8769 or 570-617-7809 for additional information.

08/28/2026

THANK YOU TO FRANK NEUMEISTER FOR HIS KIND DONATIONS TO OUR SOCIETY'S MUSEUM COLLECTION, A SERIES OF CLAUDE STOYER GARAGE CALENDARS AND A GREAT LITTLE BINKLEY PHARMACY MEDICINE BOTTLE.

08/26/2026

Today is the first day of school for our Orwigsburg area students. Did you know Orwigsburg had its own school, the Orwigsburg Academy? Let's go back in time to 1840. 🍎

08/21/2026

How well do you know the history of the French and Indian War? A truly enlightening program last evening, presented by Brian Engelhardt, Ambassador of the Berks History Center! Great audience! Thank you to our loyal volunteers & to Steven Detwiler for his wonderful photography.

08/16/2026

~ More Orwigs Visit Our Town & Historical Society....Thank you for visiting, STEVE & ANDREA ORWIG….All the way from Perrysburg, OH! ~

Why do descendants of Gottfried & Peter Orwig make the journey to little Orwigsburg, PA? Besides being just plain VERY COOL to have a town named after one of your ancestors, there is a deeper connection. Sure, anyone can research the genealogy of a particular family; the many online research sites and social media outlets can produce amazing results. So why visit? Actually, visiting a town like Orwigsburg in “real time” allows individuals to walk in the footsteps of their forefathers, fostering a deep sense of belonging and identity that digital research alone cannot provide.

Every person who calls Orwigsburg, “HOME,” can benefit from learning more about Orwigsburg by “connecting” with their local history. Recognizing the sacrifices made by previous generations who came before us, grants a greater appreciation for not only “WHAT WAS,” but “WHAT IS.” We are all “walking in the footsteps” of those who came before us. Embrace Orwigsburg’s Heritage, Culture, and History! 🇺🇸

08/10/2026

What a great article in Sunday's Republican Herald newspaper about Phil Orwig! Phil is one of Orwigsburg's "Favorite Sons," a "Star Athlete," a "Hometown Hero," & a descendant of our town's founder, Peter Orwig! Article courtesy of the Republican Herald (writer, Karlee Feger). We are so proud of you, Phil! 🇺🇸

08/07/2026

WHAT LED TO THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR? WHAT ROLE DID SOUTHERN SCHUYLKILL, FORMERLY BERKS COUNTY, PLAY? JOIN THE SOCIETY ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 20TH, 7:00 P.M. TO FIND OUT!

07/31/2026

It's Schuylkill County Fair Time...in Orwigsburg? In September of 1898 it was!

07/24/2026

🇺🇸 What an amazing weekend for the Orwig Family! In addition to reconnecting with family, far & wide, Phil Orwig and Stacey Orwig Schwartz were also part of the festivities.
Included in “the tour” were visits to the Orwigsburg Historical Society & Museum, the “Old Jail,” Centre Square, Orwigsburg’s Bicentennial Park, and Zions Red Church.
A big “thank you” to Kevin Kraft, owner of Little Mountain Landscaping, for providing the red bud tree, maintaining the park, and installing the Orwig plaque. Another “thank you” to Zions Red Church, Pastor Jan, Debbie Hoy and all of the volunteers who helped to make the visit, memorable.
This is the largest group of Orwigs that has ever assembled together in our beautiful little historical town of Orwigsburg! 😊 🇺🇸

07/17/2026

Super program last evening on the history of American quilts, presented by Becky Hughes of the Hopewell Quilters. Thank you to Becky, our audience, and to Steven Detwiler for the terrific photos!

07/13/2026

Our little town of Orwigsburg is rich in both history & architecture. Thankfully, we are living in an “era” of repurposing, preserving, restoring, and revitalizing, rather than demolishing (e.g. Schuylkill County Courthouse, Lehigh Valley Train Station to name a few historic structures).
The Orwigsburg Historical Society “led the charge” way back in 1994 when a small group of concerned citizens saved the former Friendship Hose Co. No. 1 firehouse on Mifflin Street, now our society’s headquarters & museum. So much progress has been made, since those early days.
Often times residents notice only the efforts that take place on Centre Square & Market Street. Pictured here is just one fine example of how a very old carriage house/barn (tucked behind Centre Square) has been saved, restored, and repurposed by owner, Kevin Kraft. Nice work Kevin Kraft, Little Mountain Landscaping

Address

109 E Mifflin Street
Orwigsburg, PA
17961

Opening Hours

12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15703668769

Website

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