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Hanna’s Town Court Days, Compass Inn Living History bring Westmoreland’s past to life

GREENSBURG, PA — History lovers will find a variety of attractions to explore this weekend in Westmoreland County, from frontier justice to forged metal crafts and pint-sized circus feats, according to our business partners at TribLive.

Westmoreland Historical Society will present its Frontier Court Days from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Historic Hanna’s Town in Hempfield, where the first English courts west of the Allegheny Mountains were held in the 18th century.

The event includes historical reenactments, military encampments and drills, traditional craft demonstrations, entertainment and children’s activities.

Court is in session! Join us at Historic Hanna's Town this weekend, June 19-20, for Frontier Court Days. We are grateful...

Posted by Westmoreland Historical Society & Historic Hanna's Town on Friday, June 18, 2021

“Our volunteers and reenactors have dedicated a lot of time and care to make this event a fun and educational experience,” said Pam Curtin, education and interpretation manager at Westmoreland Historical Society.

You can read a full list of activities on TribLive’s website by clicking here.