NEW BRIGHTON, PA
“A concerted effort to preserve our heritage is a vital link to our cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, and economic legacies — all of the things that quite literally make us who we are.”
— Steve Berry —
Discover Our Local History
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History of New Brighton
Read about New Brighton’s founding story and prominent moments throughout our town’s history.
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The Irish-Townsend House
The Historical Society recently purchased one of New Brighton’s most historic homes and has taken on the task of making major restorations.
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Underground Railroad Walking Tour
With eight known safe houses, New Brighton is home to one of our country’s Underground Railroad hubs.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Join us for our next monthly presentation!
October 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Westminster United Presbyterian Church, 115 North Mercer Avenue, New Brighton
Author Cynthia Crytzer shares a presentation about her book, A Civil War Husband.
Contribute to the
Irish-Townsend House Restoration
Preserve your local history by supporting
The Irish-Townsend House.
Contributions of all size are appreciated and help to make our work possible!