Scottdale Historical Society

Scottdale Historical Society We preserve and promote the history of the community of Scottdale, Pa. through community events and maintaining the Loucks Homestead

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This group is the first step in preserving what was once one of the richest towns in America. Each distinctive building is woven into the history of Scottdale, Pennsylvania, an industrial town founded in 1874. Prior to 1874 Scottdale was named Fountain Mills.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our Scottdale Cemetery Tour Fundraiser today. Telling the stories of those...
05/31/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our Scottdale Cemetery Tour Fundraiser today.

Telling the stories of those who came before us is so important. We're so glad to have had the opportunity to share some of their stories with you on this beautiful day.

With yesterday's commemoration of Memorial Day, we appreciate the opportunity to share with you the history of such an i...
05/26/2026

With yesterday's commemoration of Memorial Day, we appreciate the opportunity to share with you the history of such an important day. This weekend's Scottdale Cemetery Walk will be held on the 158th anniversary of the first Decoration Day. On the tour, we will discuss some of Scottdale's early services that were arranged by the Grand Army of the Republic's local Ellsworth Post 209. You will learn about James Frank "Pink" Hardy and his role with the GAR Band, which was ever-present at those services and many others around town. Pink was such a community icon, he is still remembered by many to this day even though he died in 1943. His band continued playing along in services as Decoration Day evolved into Memorial Day throughout the 1900s. Join us Saturday to learn more. Ticket link in comments.

05/09/2026
Fun Fact! "May the 4th Be With You" originated from a 1979 British newspaper ad congratulating Margaret Thatcher on May ...
05/04/2026

Fun Fact!

"May the 4th Be With You" originated from a 1979 British newspaper ad congratulating Margaret Thatcher on May 4th, 1979 on becoming the first woman Prime Minister, which read, "May the Fourth Be With You, Maggie".

Fans later adopted this pun on "May the Force be with you," turning it into an unofficial Star Wars holiday popularised by the internet and Disney.

01/02/2026

As a reminder, all meter decorations must be removed by the end of the day on Saturday January 3rd. Any remaining decor will be thrown away on Sunday.

Thanks again for participating! We can't wait to see what y'all come up with for next year's contest!!

From our family to yours, we wish you all a very merry Christmas this holiday season.
12/24/2025

From our family to yours, we wish you all a very merry Christmas this holiday season.

Address

527 N Chestnut Street
Scottdale, PA
15683

Telephone

+17246191874

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