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America 250: Revolutionary Disloyalty - A Mineworkers’ Rebellion in Schuylkill County in 1862
Sep
24

America 250: Revolutionary Disloyalty - A Mineworkers’ Rebellion in Schuylkill County in 1862

In October 1862, hundreds of Irish mineworkers in Schuylkill County did something extraordinary - and dangerous. They took up arms against the government.

Join us for an evening with public historian Jake Wynn as he explores a largely forgotten uprising in Pennsylvania’s Coal Region when draft resistance, racial grievance, labor unrest, and partisan politics collided in the middle of the Civil War

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Old Tyme Toys
Nov
12

Old Tyme Toys

“Porcupine Pat” McKinney will exhibit his personal collection of pioneer and folk toys and discuss their history in this fun, hand-on program. All ages welcome!

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