My wife and I recently spent a week in London. I had never been and had always wanted to go. It was amazing: a beautiful city with an incredible history. While we were there, we had a golden opportuni [...]
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It has been a while since we've posted anything. I would like to update you on what has been happening with MTHS and let you know what is coming up. Back in November 2015, I wrote a post [...]
Read MoreCamp Rose Twig
Did you know there was once a summer camp off of Stump Road between County Line and Horsham Roads? This house, along with a 147 acre farm, were purchased by the Rosenzweig family in 1938. Th [...]
Read MoreYou've no doubt seen the historical marker pictured by the northbound side of 309 in front of the AT&T Store. But did you know that Winfield Scott Hancock -- born in Montgomery Township on Feb. 14 [...]
Read MoreDid George Washington sleep at Knapp Farm?
It was following a brutal Battle of Germantown in October of 1777 when Washington and his troops retreated from Philadelphia and headed towards Valley Forge to camp for the winter. It was on th [...]
Read MoreIn Memory of Kathy Sands
The society has lost a devoted founding member. Kathy Sands was a dedicated genealogist who has been an active board member for 25 years. The society, her family and friends will miss her. A viewing [...]
Read MoreDonate Via PayPal
The Montgomery Township Historical Society (MTHS) is now able to accept donations by PayPal. Just click on the Membership link on our drop-down menu on the home page. MTHS is a non-profit volunteer or [...]
Read MoreCommemorating Gettysburg’s 150th Anniversary
The 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg is coming up next month. This battle was the largest in the western hemisphere with between 46,000 and 51,000 casualties on both sides. It was conside [...]
Read MoreMTHS Annual Meeting
You are cordially invited to attend our annual general membership meeting at the Knapp House, 101 Montclair Drive at 7:30 pm , Tuesday March 19th. We will update you on the progress of the Knapp House [...]
Read MorePhoto Archives Continues to Grow
Thank you to everybody who attended the annual holiday party in December -- and for making it such a success. I have added photos from the party to the MTHS Activities and Events folder. In addition, [...]
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