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September 2020
Phase I of the Mertztown Train Station Restoration Project Nears Completion
The Building Committee reported at its August 19th LTHS Board of Directors meeting that Watkins Architect, LTD, has completed 80 percent of the master plan and architectural drawings for the Mertztown Train Station Restoration Project. They can be viewed here. During the meeting, the Board also reviewed and voted on a preferred railing design. Once the plans are complete and stamped, the Committee can request building permits.
NEXT STEP: Continue to raise the needed funds to complete Phases II, III, IV, V. (Phases III, IV, and V must occur in a continuous series.)
Phase II-V Fundraising Goal: $242,233
August 2020
Mertztown Train Station Open House Draws a Crowd
Even a hot and very humid day with an early morning hurricane, made more all the more uncomfortable by face-covering requirements, could not deter the more than 100 visitors of all ages who toured the Mertztown Train Station on the afternoon of Sunday, August 2nd and followed self-distancing measures. The event, hosted by the Longswamp Township Historical Society, also offered visitors an opportunity to wander next door to the (air conditioned) church fellowship hall to view preliminary drawings and other items of railway interest. The event yielded $700 in donations. Our thanks to everyone who came out and especially to those who contributed to the Restoration Fund or supported the LTHS in other important ways. Thanks also to our event sponsors: Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Christian Congregation Church, Longswamp Lions Club, Radcliffe's Great Valu, Sons of the American Legion Post 217, Spotts Insurance Group, Topton Fish and Game Association, and Valley Hardware and Supply.
Phase I of the Mertztown Train Station Restoration Project Nears Completion
The Building Committee reported at its August 19th LTHS Board of Directors meeting that Watkins Architect, LTD, has completed 80 percent of the master plan and architectural drawings for the Mertztown Train Station Restoration Project. They can be viewed here. During the meeting, the Board also reviewed and voted on a preferred railing design. Once the plans are complete and stamped, the Committee can request building permits.
NEXT STEP: Continue to raise the needed funds to complete Phases II, III, IV, V. (Phases III, IV, and V must occur in a continuous series.)
Phase II-V Fundraising Goal: $242,233
August 2020
Mertztown Train Station Open House Draws a Crowd
Even a hot and very humid day with an early morning hurricane, made more all the more uncomfortable by face-covering requirements, could not deter the more than 100 visitors of all ages who toured the Mertztown Train Station on the afternoon of Sunday, August 2nd and followed self-distancing measures. The event, hosted by the Longswamp Township Historical Society, also offered visitors an opportunity to wander next door to the (air conditioned) church fellowship hall to view preliminary drawings and other items of railway interest. The event yielded $700 in donations. Our thanks to everyone who came out and especially to those who contributed to the Restoration Fund or supported the LTHS in other important ways. Thanks also to our event sponsors: Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Christian Congregation Church, Longswamp Lions Club, Radcliffe's Great Valu, Sons of the American Legion Post 217, Spotts Insurance Group, Topton Fish and Game Association, and Valley Hardware and Supply.
July 2020
Due to COVID-19, the LTHS had to reschedule the Open House for the Mertztown train station before its assessment and dismantling from March to August 2. The LTHS Board has met over the last few months over email and at the Longswamp Township Community Park pavilions to address project and schedule changes. At the Open House, visitors will able to tour the station and ask questions, while also visiting the Christian Congregation Church next door to view project plans and station artifacts. The Open House is Sunday, August 2 from 1-3 PM. See Events for more information.
We very much appreciate the support of Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc., the Christian Congregation Church, and our sponsors Radcliffe's Great Valu Market, Sons of the American Legion, Spotts, Insurance Group, and Topton Fish & Game Association.
January 25, 2020
The Longswamp Township Historical Society hosted the Heritage Keepers of the Lehigh Valley monthly meeting at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Congregation Church and provided tours of the Mertztown Train Station. Despite the rain, everyone appeared to enjoy the gathering!
Due to COVID-19, the LTHS had to reschedule the Open House for the Mertztown train station before its assessment and dismantling from March to August 2. The LTHS Board has met over the last few months over email and at the Longswamp Township Community Park pavilions to address project and schedule changes. At the Open House, visitors will able to tour the station and ask questions, while also visiting the Christian Congregation Church next door to view project plans and station artifacts. The Open House is Sunday, August 2 from 1-3 PM. See Events for more information.
We very much appreciate the support of Atlas Minerals & Chemicals, Inc., the Christian Congregation Church, and our sponsors Radcliffe's Great Valu Market, Sons of the American Legion, Spotts, Insurance Group, and Topton Fish & Game Association.
January 25, 2020
The Longswamp Township Historical Society hosted the Heritage Keepers of the Lehigh Valley monthly meeting at the Fellowship Hall of the Christian Congregation Church and provided tours of the Mertztown Train Station. Despite the rain, everyone appeared to enjoy the gathering!
