{"id":3577,"date":"2026-11-06T14:25:32","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T19:25:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/independence.patownship.org\/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=3577"},"modified":"2026-11-06T14:26:47","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T19:26:47","slug":"history-fair-a-d-white-research-society-mckeever-study","status":"publish","type":"mec-events","link":"https:\/\/independence.patownship.org\/?mec-events=history-fair-a-d-white-research-society-mckeever-study","title":{"rendered":"History Fair &#8211; A.D. White Research Society &#038; McKeever Study"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">A LITTLE LOCAL HISTORY. A LOT OF COMMUNITY PRIDE!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Have you made plans for Saturday? The A.D. White Research Society &amp; McKeever Study is hosting its Annual History Fair, and this year&#8217;s celebration is extra special!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">As we celebrate America&#8217;s 250th anniversary, this year&#8217;s fair shines a spotlight on the pioneering families who settled our area and helped shape the communities we call home today.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Our corner of Washington County has an incredibly rich history, and the wonderful people at A.D. White do an amazing job of preserving those stories for future generations. With their headquarters right here in Independence Township, we&#8217;re especially proud to support this dedicated group!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">There&#8217;s something for everyone:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tf4\/1\/16\/2728.png\" alt=\"&#x2728;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span> Local historical societies and displays<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/taf\/1\/16\/1f6cd.png\" alt=\"&#x1f6cd;&#xfe0f;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span> Craft vendors and unique finds<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t68\/1\/16\/1f374.png\" alt=\"&#x1f374;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span> Food and beverages<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t49\/1\/16\/1f4da.png\" alt=\"&#x1f4da;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span> Fascinating local history<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Whether you&#8217;re a history buff or just looking for a fun family outing, there&#8217;s plenty to explore! Bring Grandpa, bring the grandbabies, and come celebrate 250 years of local history!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">***Food &amp; beverages are CASH ONLY.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t7e\/1\/16\/1f4c5.png\" alt=\"&#x1f4c5;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span> Saturday, November 7, 2026<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t34\/1\/16\/23f0.png\" alt=\"&#x23f0;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span> 11:00 AM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\"><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t2d\/1\/16\/1f4cd.png\" alt=\"&#x1f4cd;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span> West Middletown Community Firehall<\/div>\n<div dir=\"auto\">129 E. Main Street, West Middletown, PA 15379<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Let&#8217;s show this wonderful local organization some support! We hope to see you there! <span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t6c\/1\/16\/2764.png\" alt=\"&#x2764;&#xfe0f;\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adwhiteresearchsociety.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.adwhiteresearchsociety.org\/<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A LITTLE LOCAL HISTORY. A LOT OF COMMUNITY PRIDE! Have you made plans for Saturday? The A.D. 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