Exploring the Treasures of the Kutztown Area

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Christman Heritage

Carole Christman Koch shares the story of her family and their service in the U.S. military.

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Keith From Kutztown

Famed artist of the 1980s Keith Haring was a native of Kutztown.

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Mom’s Apron

A Mother’s Day memory

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Fireman’s Parade

Kutztown’s first fireman’s parade was in 1915. It’s next one is May 4, 2024.

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Batter Up!

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A Quilt for the President

To commemorate President Clinton’s visit to Kutztown in 1995, several Kutztown women made a quilt and presented it to the First Lady.

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The Washington House Hotel

The Washington House Hotel, Kutztown, PA

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Keith Haring: Double Retrospect Puzzle

A 32,000 piece puzzle created from Keith Haring images was recently donated to the society.

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Bib Overalls

Bib ioveralls are the latest craze for sports team merchandise. Remember John Kruk sporting Phillies bibs overalls to throw out the first pitch in a playoff game? Or Jason Kelce sporting Kansas City Chiefs overalls in support of his brother? Read a brief history of bib overalls. The photo shared by author Carole Christman Koch, showing her family in 1942.

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It’s Fastnacht Time!

Fastnacht Day is Tuesday, February 13. Do you have your recipe ready?

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Caves Along the Saucony

Crystal Cave, a famous attraction in the Kutztown area, was discovered on November 12, 1871. However, it is not the only cave in the area.

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