Purpose
The purpose of the Jefferson Township Historical Society (“Society”) shall be to bring together those people interested in history, and especially in the history of Jefferson Township and surrounding areas. Understanding the history of our community is basic to our democratic way of life, gives us a better understanding of our state and nation, and promotes a better appreciation of our American heritage.
The Jefferson Township Historical Society (“JTHS”) is a non-profit organization with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revue Code and is located in the 46th District.
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General Information
All Meetings are on the 3rd Saturday of every month unless cancelled.
“Soap and Candles in the 1800’s”
Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 1:00 pm
You are invited to attend a program held by the Jefferson Township Historical Society in the White Church building at 11 Fire Road, Burgettstown, PA (Eldersville) on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 1:00 pm.
Chris Sedlak will be the guest speaker for the program on October 17th. He will be presenting a program “Soap and Candles in the 1800’s.” What did bathing and candle lighting look like in the 1800’s? Focus will be on the Civil War military aspects of these two indispensable items, but he will also cover civilian topics as well. Special gifts to take home for everyone!!!
There will be a meet and greet along with refreshments after the service.
The Historical Society will have crafters in the White Church for the 39th annual Christmas in the Village Festival to be held November 6th, 7th, & 8th, 2026 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day
Santa Claus will be in the White Church on Saturday, the 7th. The Mountain Men will be at the corner of Fire Road and Cedar Grove Road next to the Veterans Memorial all three days. A table to support injured police Covering the Blue will be in the White Church. The Historical Society will have a table in the White Church. The Museum will be opened all three days.
Along with all the work involved in organizing the Festival, it is also a time to enjoy being with friends. Do you have time to sit at a table and greet people? Do you have time to pass out Directories at the Welcome House? Do you have time to sit in the Museum and greet people? A sign-up sheet will be available at the meeting. You can pick a time that suits you.
If you can help, please contact Peggy at her email pegfarm7@verizon.net or Diane at her email dhuggins2@verizon.net.
Covering the Blue Covering the Blue members continue to crochet lap blankets for wounded officers and now have an amazing number of blankets mailed. The number of blankets mailed to date is over 4,000. For questions or donations, please contact Diane at 724 947 9782.
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TRIBUTE to FRANK MALARDIE
JANUARY 2022 NEWSLETTER
It is with immense sadness that the Jefferson Township Historical Society announces the unexpected passing on December 11, 2021 of its Treasurer Frank Malardie. Honoring Frank’s wishes, there was no published obituary and no viewing. There will be a Memorial Service later at the White Church. In honoring the memory of Frank, memorial donations may be given to the Jefferson Township Historical Society, Box 383, Burgettstown, PA 15021.
We will always remember Frank for all the work he did on the Jefferson Township Veterans Monument. Frank was a behind the scenes worker. Frank typed all the names of the veterans for engraving that are now on the Monument in granite. Frank loved history and he is the one that typed all the history information for engraving on pavers surrounding the Monument. Frank spent countless number of hours typing information for on the Monument. His dedication will be remembered for years to come.
We want to keep Frank’s spirit alive by remembering all the good he did for the Historical Society. On the book shelves in the White Church there are two four inch binders filled with photos of veterans whose names are on the Monument. Frank has taken each photo and improved it before placing the photo in the binder. These binders are available to be looked at in the White Church. He has left us with many memories to cherish forever.
Frank loved to work on his computer and did an outstanding job of making signs, designing a membership form, and adding borders to otherwise plain pages, etc. He was good at doing Excel spreadsheets and keeping an accurate record of the membership list. He did an excellent job as Treasurer.
Frank left footprints on all our hearts, and he will be greatly missed.
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Jefferson Township Historical Society 2025 Officers and Directors
President - Diane Huggins
Vice President - Becca Prebeg
Secretary - Peggy Strain
Treasurer - Diane Huggins
Historian - Debbie Vraninin
Director - Dave Choman
Director - Ken Boswell
