Historical Society of East Hanover Township Dauphin County

11/09/2026

ATTENTION!
So many stories from so many members could be told about this post! Please fill up the comments with memories and even any photos you have of the old Grantville hotel and general store.
ALSO- there has been an inquiry about anyone with information and memories to share about the old Lingle Family Home and Hardware across the street. Please comment on that also. The current resident there is searching for any information about its history or photos they can gather to help keep History alive!

Grantville, PA

Looking west, 9946 Jonestown Road

11/05/2026

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Join us Monday evening at the township building for our regular meeting.
And just when you thought elections were over, there are two more to go! On Monday we will be voting for a new Vice-president and a Director for our society. Join us for this important session.
Rebecca

10/10/2026

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Looking forward to seeing you at the East Hanover Historical Society Meeting, Monday, Oct. 12 at 7 PM. We would love to have you join us as we discuss future plans and review our summer activities.

Reminder: Our Cemetery Walking Tour is Sunday, October 25. Meet at Township BUilding at 2 PM for a brief introduction, then leave for designated sites. Plan 2 - 2 1/2 hours for the tour. Comfortable walking shoes are suggested.

10/09/2026

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ANNOUNCEMENT-
I want to extend an invitation to you, your respective societies, and family and friends to join us Thursday night, November 5, 2026, at 6:30 pm for a special remembrance from World War II. As you all know, South Hanover Township and the Historical Society have been celebrating our country's 250th this year, and we have selected a special event to not only close out our year of celebration, but also to honor all veterans, which our country will do the following week for Veterans Day.

The father of one of our members proudly served in World War II and in particular, fought in the Battle of the Bulge, after which he was subsequently taken as a prisoner of war by the n***s. He was very concerned about passing on to subsequent generations what he experienced and consequently prepared a presentation outlining his experiences. In addition to his recollections, he amassed many artifacts which will also be on display. It will be held in our South Hanover Township Community Meeting Room, 161 Patriot Way, just north of Union Deposit on Rt. 39 (Hershey Road). We welcome all and the facility is very friendly with respect to ADA-no steps, great lighting inside and outside, parking, and convenient rest room facilities.

Please spread the word to your groups. History just doesn't get any better (more accurate) than this, with recollections from a soldier who experienced it first-hand.

When corresponding with your groups could you please ask them to indicate to you if they are coming and let me know your number by November 4.

I appreciate so much your attention to this and look forward to seeing many of you November 5, and please feel free to contact with any questions you may have.
Dick Stare
717 421 6443
[email protected]

09/09/2026

🍁🎃🍂September already! Where did the summer go?! Looking forward to seeing you on Monday evening, Sept. 14, at 7 PM, for our regular business meeting. Plans for upcoming activities will be discussed, including our October Cemetery Tour.

🏞️September 19th is East Hanover Township's Annual Park Day and our Historical Society will have the Gingrich School House open for visitors.

08/30/2026

08/04/2026

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Looking forward to seeing everyone at our Annual Society Picnic to be Held on Monday, Aug. 10, at 6 PM at the East Hanover Township Pavillion, beginning at 6 PM. If you would like to bring along a side dish or a dessert, that would be great. If not, just show up and enjoy the fun and the conversation. A brief business meeting will be included.

06/02/2026

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Hello!
I hope all have received the latest issue of the Associator in the mail. There are many special America 250 events approaching, beginning with the Flag Day festivities on June 14.

Our next regular business meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 8, at 7 PM at the Township Building. We will be discussing upcoming events and future plans.

Additionally, please note that the Gingrich One Room School House will be open to the public on the afternoon of Sunday, June 14, following the annual School House Association meeting.

We hope you can join us for these events!

Best regards,

Rebecca Greason Hein
President, HIstorical Society
of East Hanover Township

05/06/2026

The May 6 tour was wonderful, if you have time very much worth checking out the one on the ninth!

05/04/2026

HUMMELSTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

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Celebrating America 250! "Old Glory" will be the theme for our Monday, May 11 meeting, which will be held at the Parish House Museum in Hummelstown, starting at 6:30 PM. Their special exhibit on the evolution of the American Flag will be introduced by Wade Seibert, after which we will be free to enjoy the historic flags on display and explore the numerous other fascinating artifacts in the museum. The museum is located at the corner of Rosanna and North Alley, just 1/2 block north of W. Main St. in Hummelstown.

Come celebrate the 250th at this unique venue!