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Springfield Township Historical Society Gulielma Maria Penn's Mannor of Springfield Historical Society. Preserving Springfield’s Past for the Future. Open Wednesday 1-5, Saturday 9-12.

Over 8,000 housed at the historic Black Horse Inn 1432 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown. Welcome to present day Gulielma Maria Penn's Mannor of Springfield. The Springfield Township Historical Society was organized in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania in 1985 with the purpose of researching and preserving the history of Springfield Township and educating the general public as to this history. Specifically our focus is to: Research, collect, make available, and preserve materials pertaining to the township's history. Maintain a record of the historically significant buildings.Document the local history of individuals, families, businesses, institutions, or other entities of value. Work toward the preservation of buildings of architectural and historic merit. Endeavor to certify historic properties through the State and/or National Register programs. Identify those persons who have significantly contributed to the township's history. Present programs of historic significance to the public.

""Ethel Newcome" 100 year old Doll Mrs John L. McClenahen, 41 E. Chestnut Hill Ave. Ches. Hill Pic shows a close-up of t...
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""Ethel Newcome" 100 year old Doll
Mrs John L. McClenahen, 41 E. Chestnut Hill Ave. Ches. Hill Pic shows a close-up of the Doll standing on a table"

Photos from 1941 May Day Celebration and Graduation at Mount Saint Joseph Academy when located in Chestnut Hill. "May Da...
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Photos from 1941 May Day Celebration and Graduation at Mount Saint Joseph Academy when located in Chestnut Hill. "May Day 1941 The theme was All American, with Stephen Foster melodies. The lower classes danced about in pastel "broomstick" skirts, while the seniors strolled down to the festivities in long graceful gowns" (Colorized by Copilot to bring history to life. May not be historically accurate)

The Philadelphia Inquirer Tue, Apr 24, 1951 ·Page 24
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Tue, Apr 24, 1951 ·Page 24

The Philadelphia Inquirer Fri, Jun 28, 1918 ·Page 14
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Fri, Jun 28, 1918 ·Page 14

The Philadelphia Inquirer Sun, Feb 25, 1906 ·Page 25
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Sun, Feb 25, 1906 ·Page 25

Remember shopping at Strawbridge's? 🛍️For 128 years, Strawbridge & Clothier was where Philadelphia shopped. On Thursday,...
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Remember shopping at Strawbridge's? 🛍️

For 128 years, Strawbridge & Clothier was where Philadelphia shopped. On Thursday, Nov. 5, Margaret ""Meg"" Strawbridge Butterworth shares the store's story through the memories of the ""store family"" who worked there.
🛍️ in the spirit of shopping, we are hosting a number of exciting local vendors in our marketplace!You can shop before and after the lecture from 6 to 7 and 8 to 9 PM🛒
Tell us your favorite Strawbridge's memory in the comments 👇

📍 Philmont Christian Academy · 6–9 p.m. · Talk at 7
🎟️ springfieldhistory.org/events/history-in-motion
tickets are $35

The Philadelphia Inquirer Thu, Nov 05, 1903 ·Page 3
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Thu, Nov 05, 1903 ·Page 3

HOSIERY MILL BURNEDOver $30,000 Goes Up in Smoke at Oreland The Philadelphia Inquirer Mon, Jun 26, 1899 ·Page 6
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HOSIERY MILL BURNED
Over $30,000 Goes Up in Smoke at Oreland
The Philadelphia Inquirer Mon, Jun 26, 1899 ·Page 6

The Philadelphia Inquirer Sun, Jul 07, 1895 ·Page 8
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Sun, Jul 07, 1895 ·Page 8

The Philadelphia Inquirer Sat, Jul 04, 1891 ·Page 5
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Sat, Jul 04, 1891 ·Page 5

Address

1432 Bethlehem Pike
Flourtown, PA
19031

Opening Hours

Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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(215) 233-4600

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