About Us
The Washington County Historical Society administers several sites—the Francis J. LeMoyne House, the LeMoyne Crematory, the Norma K. Grimes Research Library and the Washington County Frontier History Center. The Historical Society utilizes these sites to educate the public through offering tours, special events, outreach programs and research services. As the repository for Washington County heritage, the Historical Society maintains an extensive collection of documents and artifacts.
Mission
The Washington County Historical Society endeavors to collect and preserve Washington County's history, to increase awareness and to educate the public about the history and national significance of Washington County. It is also the responsibility of the Historical Society to preserve the sites under its administration.
WCHS on the third floor of the County Courthouse in 1926
The Washington County Historical Society
49 East Maiden St.
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 225-6740
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The Washington County Historical Society
We depend on your donations in order to preserve the history of Washington County, PA. These donations provide unlimited resources to the community including museum tours and educational outreach programs.
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Out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with the recommendations of local and state officials to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Washington County Historical Society will close to the public effective on Monday, March 16, and remain closed through Tuesday, March 31. This includes the Francis J. LeMoyne House, LeMoyne Crematory, Norma K. Grimes Research Library, and the Washington Country Frontier History Center.
As always, the health and safety of our visitors, volunteers, and staff is our top priority. All events, meetings, and programs will be postponed until further notice. Please continue to follow our social media platforms for updated information on this situation.
