Nazareth, PA — Tom McCullough, assistant archivist of the Moravian Archives in Bethlehem, will present an illustrated history of Nazareth on November 6 at 7:00 pm in the Museum of the Moravian Historical Society. McCullough will chronicle the “Upper Places” situated on the historic Nazareth Tract. Drawing on archival materials and collection highlights, his presentation will shed light on these Moravian settlements.

The Northampton County-owned Gracedale Complex in Upper Nazareth Township was established as a Moravian settlement called Gnadenthal in 1745. Together with Nazareth, Christian’s Spring (Christiansbrunn), and Friedensthal, Gracedale was part of the Moravians “Upper Places,” which encompassed thousands of acres in the heart of today’s Northampton County.

Come learn about what Nazareth, Gracedale, and the other “Upper Places” were like some 280 years ago! Today, the 350-acre Gracedale Campus is home to the county’s parks maintenance facility, open space lands, nursing home, 911 center, forensics center, and the county’s agricultural extension and conservation district offices.

McCullough’s talk is the culminating event in the year-long celebration of Northampton County Parks & Recreation 50th anniversary. Visitors can also view the special exhibition, Grounds for Meditation: Moravian Pleasure Gardens. The exhibition explores early American parks through images and recollections of historic Moravian gardens.

This program is presented in partnership with Northampton County Parks and the Moravian Historical Society. The talk is open to the public and free to attend. Seating is limited, advanced reservations are

encouraged. To join the guest list, visit www.moravianhistory.org. The Moravian Historical Society is located at 214 E. Center Street in Nazareth.

Founded in 1857, the Moravian Historical Society (MHS) preserves, interprets, and celebrates the rich culture of the Moravians. Located in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, MHS maintains the 1740–1743 Whitefield House and the 1740 Gray Cottage, the oldest surviving Moravian structure in North America. Recognized widely for its significant collection, the museum offers permanent and changing exhibitions, educational programs, guided tours, and public activities. The Moravian Historical Society’s Museum is open daily from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.

For more information, visit us at www.moravianhistory.org, call 610-759-5070, or email events@moravianhistory.org.

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