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Who We Are
The Sharon Historical Society was founded as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in 2013. A dedicated group of local history aficionados banded together to promote and preserve our history while educating the public.
Our Mission as the Sharon Historical Society is to:
Promote
We believe that citizens and visitors of our beautiful city should have access to the cultural and historical significance of Sharon, Pennsylvania, and the city’s role locally, regionally, and nationally. We advocate for the city’s history and its preservation as a catalyst for revitalization and tourism efforts.
Preserve
We encourage anyone to donate photographs, documents, artifacts, and stories as it enhances the overall context of Sharon, Pennsylvania in our region and country’s history. We also work to ensure the preservation of the city’s historic building inventory of commercial, industrial, ecclesiastical, and residential structures that represent architectural styles from the 1850s through modern times.
Educate
We share the history of our city with students, visitors, groups, and others through our eyewitness accounts and in-depth research showcased in our events, lectures, and famous History Walks. Often these educational efforts are free because it is our goal that anyone interested in local history have the opportunity to explore it.
Why Join the Society?
When you join the Sharon Historical Society, you help us continue to fulfill our mission of promotion, preservation, and education about Sharon, Pennsylvania’s rich heritage. Your membership helps us keep the majority of our events free, allows us to broaden our offerings, and will allow us to secure a permanent home for the Society as a museum and research center. Members of the Preservationist and Lifetime levels may be invited to special events or behind-the-scenes opportunities.
What Are Our Goals?
Develop an online archive
Conduct lectures, tours, History Walks, and other interactive and insightful educational programs
Promote marking and care of historical sites and buildings
Acquire and preserve documents, records, artifacts, and other relevant materials
Publish papers, articles, and other media on events and notable people
Provide a place for citizens and visitors to share memories and learn about local history
Make a Donation
When you donate to the Sharon Historical Society, you help us continue to fulfill our mission. Any amount may be donated as we appreciate even the smallest amounts. Your financial generosity today guarantees the education of future history buffs like you! Make a financial contribution here.
Membership Helps Support Our Mission!
Select a level below:
Individual Membership
Annual Membership $25
Family Membership
Annual Membership $50
Preservationist Membership
Annual Membership $100
Lifetime Membership
One-Time Contribution $250