Minutes

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The March 12,2026 meeting of the Pittsville Area Historical Society was called to order by Vice President Chris Nepper. The Secretary and Treasurer reports were presented and approved.

The first item under Old Business was a discussion about the new Business Membership sign that will be put on the east side of the museum. Aluminum sheets have heen purchased for the sign. The discussion was about the best way to create the 33 business names. Jan Patrick and Mary Czaja are working on the project.

All the 2026 Calendars were sold. The months had pictures of businesses of the 1940’s and 50’s. The Vietnam Experiences books have been selling very well. Jan Patrick reported that she has had positive feedback from readers and contributors. They are available for sale at the museum, library and Paulie’s Diner along with the other books in the series.

There was a discussion about placing Scranton School and the Powwow Booth on the National Historical Registration list. We will look into this during the summer.

The main project for the year will be to organize the archive area in the museum basement. There are a lot of scrapbooks that need attention and members will check which books will remain on the shelves and those that will be relocated.

New Business began with 3 members agreeing to comprise the nominating committee for officers for this coming year. They will be presnted at the Annual Meeting on April 9 at 1:00.

Chris Buchanan reported that the City of Pittsville was given a EDI grant. There was discussion that the museum seek a portion of the grant money to replace the front door and add an awning over the entrance. Lynn Jankowski will work on the application.

The two Pittsville Elementary Third Grade classes will attend Scranton School on May 14 and 21. The High School History classes have used the museum for research throughout the year.

A Brat Fry is scheduled for May 30 at the Cenex Station and we will be open for the All-School Reunion on Saturday, August 1. Summer is actually coming.

We will be open Thursdays from 9-3 starting May 7

Motion to adjourn.