Creator: Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley. / Year: <span class="single" data-blrl-single="1971">1971</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Start Over Creator Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley. Year 1971

Extent:: 19.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley subject files, circa 1922-2012, consist of photocopies of scholarly articles, ephemera and pamphlets, and newspaper clippings on various topics of local interest. The subjects include: historic sites, bridges, cemeteries, clubs and societies, crafts, music, wars, Pennsylvania German culture, taverns and businesses, townships/boroughs/locales, and significant families.

Held at: The Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley [Contact Us]

Extent:: 6.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley collection of personal papers and organizational records, 1747-1998, is comprised of small groupings of family papers, organizational records, and miscellaneous original archival items. It includes photographs, deeds, scrapbooks, minute books, ledgers, financial papers, estate papers, and diaries. Of special interest is a record book kept by Henry Vanderslice, a wagonmaster who served under General Muhlenburg during the Revolutionary War, and was stationed at Pennsylvania Camp, Reading, 1777-1780.

Held at: The Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley [Contact Us]

Extent:: 6.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley family files, 1953-2012, are comprised of genealogical research relating to local individuals and families. The alphabetical files include newspaper clippings, copies of primary and secondary sources, research correspondence, and narrative genealogies.

Held at: The Historical Society of Trappe, Collegeville, Perkiomen Valley [Contact Us]

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