Thank you for making this year's annual fundraiser such a success!
We had an amazing evening celebrating our community and our history. From our exciting auction to our beautiful current exhibit, it was a night to remember. Check back soon for photos!
CURRENT EXHIBIT
The Many Lives of This Old House: From Home To Office To History Center celebrates the recycling of our History Center over the past 90+ years as it transformed from a warm house for raising four families; to an office space for the Mt. Lebanon Tax office and SHACOG (The South Hills Area Council of Governments); to it’s current use as your History Center.
The Historical Society of Mount Lebanon serves and promotes the community by collecting, preserving, interpreting, and sharing its history in ways designed to inspire our present and guide our future.
Mount Lebanon History
Mount Lebanon is spread across more than six square miles of Western Pennsylvania’s hills, but it once was contested land. Surveys were made on May 25, 1770, for James McFarlane’s “Black Oak Hill” within what was to become Mount Lebanon and a neighboring tract, probably now in Dormont, occupied by an individual named Price. A Pennsylvania patent for the McFarlane land was not received until November 27, 1788, perhaps because Virginia had included this territory in the western part of its County of Augusta and, later, the County of Youghioghenia.
Become a Member
Our success depends on the support and involvement of people, businesses, and organizations. Each member adds strength to our organization, and together they provide a strong collective force toward accomplishing our purpose. The society is classified as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, charitable organization.
Membership Benefits
- Subscription to The Cedar Tree, published quarterly.
- Flyers announcing our bi-monthly programs.
- Access to The Historical Society of Mount Lebanon’s collections (upon application to the collections committee chairperson).
- Savings on tours, publications, and educational programs.
The History Center 794 Washington Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(at the corner of Washington Road across from Southminster Church)
OUR HOURS
- 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays
- 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays
You can also make an appointment for your organization or high school reunion group.
If you have out-of-town guests and would like to schedule a tour, call 412-329-8595 and leave a message with the date and time you’d like to visit. We will do our best to open for you!