Swansea Historical Society
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Topic of the Month
History of the SHS
Still photo presentation on the history of the SHS and the acquisition of the Luther Store
Tour the Store
While the Luther Store is closed for maintenance and repairs, the SHS is presenting this small
tour of some interesting artifacts inside the store.
Please click here to view the tour.
(updated 9-27-22)
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
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Welcome to the Swansea Historical Society!
The Swansea Historical Society is a non profit organization dedicated to preserving, collecting and researching historical information and items. The society also takes pride in creating ways to help future generations understand their heritage and the history of Swansea.
Founded January 23rd, 1941 the Swansea Historical Society celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2021!
Coggeshall Farm Museum Reenactment Weekend Bristol Expedition
August 17 & 18, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Swansea Historical Society Items Available
Look at all these great SHS items now available! Download the order form and send along with your payment and we will arrange for local pick-up of
your items. Click here for more info.
Swansea Historical Society 2022 Family Recipe Cookbook is still available!
Please contact Cheryl Bogle (508-496-9564) or
Sandy Clark to purchase a Swansea Historical Society Family Recipe Cookbook
or fill out and order form (see link on the right) and mail to the SHS with your payment.
Luther Store Issues & Repairs
Swansea Luther Store from Swansea Community Network on Vimeo.
WBZ Radio Interview:
"For centuries, Swansea residents have patronized and loved the J.G. Luther Store on Old Warren Road. Time takes its toll on buildings like this, but the Swansea Historical Society has been able to keep up - until COVID hit. Now, they're scrambling to try and fix massive structural and pest problems in hopes of saving this beloved historical landmark. Cheryl Bogle from the Swansea Historical Society has details on what happened, and how you can help them get the store back to good."
NOTE: The SHS interview is the second half of the podcast."
Upcoming Events
Talk on World War II the German Soviet Union Conflict by Bill Hall
September 8th, 2:00 p.m. (following Annual Meeting)
SHS Annual Meeting
September 8th, 1:00 p.m.
The SHS is looking for a Secretary and Executive Board Members
Annual Abram's Rock Walk
October 27th.
Parking will be at behind Case Junior High School and the walk will start from that point
Pumpkin Patch Event
October 12th, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Children's raffle,
hand decorated pumpkins, homemade pumpkin bread, chocolate chip cookies and other
fresh made baked goods will be available for purchase
SHS Family Recipe Cookbook
On sale now!
Cookbook Info
Cookbooks can also be purchased at Riverside Art (1600 G.A.R. Hwy, Somerset) or the Swansea Public Library
Tours
The Luther Store is currently closed for renovations
Research
By appointment only
Anyone wishing to do research (e.g. viewing family files or something in the Swansea Historical Society's collections) please contact Carl Becker at 508-379-0972 or Cheryl Bogle at 508-496-9564 to schedule an appointment.
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