Our Mission
"The purpose of the GCHS and Museum is to promote an appreciation of Greene County history through the preservation and interpretation of local artifacts and stories in order to educate the public and future generations through a narrative of the rich heritage of Greene County and its surrounding area.”
Visit History!
The Greene County Historical Society regrets to announce that our Rebellion Weekend event, originally scheduled for May 2–3, 2026, has been canceled due to significant building maintenance issues.We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding during this time. Please see the details below for more information, as well as ways you can support our efforts to complete the necessary repairs.
https://gofund.me/617dbc876
Dear Friends,
As we approach a summer marked by the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence—and celebrations across Pennsylvania through programs such as America250PA—we regret to share that, due to unforeseen building issues, we must delay our opening for the 2026 season.
Earlier last week, we experienced a major failure in our sewer system, resulting in a significant backup in the basement. The building’s sewer lines, which date to 1886, have reached the end of their lifespan and require extensive replacement. Without reliable and fully functioning restroom facilities, we are unable to safely open to the public.
The estimated cost to address the sewer issue is between $20,000 and $40,000. In addition, we are exploring funding options for other critical needs, including failing roofs on our main building and foundation repairs. While we typically perform maintenance and repairs in-house to reduce costs, these projects require specialized expertise to be completed safely and effectively.
Unfortunately, the urgency of these repairs limits our ability to secure grant funding, as most programs cannot provide funds within the timeframe needed to meet our scheduled opening. The primary grant opportunity available for these types of repairs will not be awarded until spring 2027. In response, we are launching a fundraising campaign with a goal of $50,000. These funds will support immediate repairs and help us begin building the matching funds required for future grant-supported projects, including roof replacements.
We sincerely apologize for not being able to open as planned for the 2026 season—especially during such a significant year in our nation’s history. This decision was not made lightly, but it is necessary to ensure the safety of our visitors and the preservation of our historic buildings for years to come.
Please note that this is not a permanent closure. We are committed to reopening as soon as funding is secured and the necessary repairs are completed, and we look forward to welcoming you back.
We deeply appreciate your understanding and continued support are look forward to seeing you soon!
Sincerely, The Greene County Historical Society
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Our History
The Greene County Historical Society Museum is located in the Former Greene County Home, also known as an Almshouse or Poor Farm. The Greene County Home Opened in 1862 and Operated for a little over a century seeing well over 6000 residents or “inmates” during its years of operation.
For more information on the history of the building, click the links below:
https://greenesaver.com/going-greene-an-aged-institution/
https://greenescenemagazine.com/going-greene-a-hunt-for-history/
Not only will a visit to the Greene County Historical Society Museum provide you with an unforgettable experience delving into what life was like in such an institution throughout the course of a century of operation, we also showcase several exhibits relating to local history beginning with prehistoric Native Americans nearly Thirteen Thousand Years ago, all the way up to the present time.
The Greene County Historical Society is also home to the Waynesburg and Washington Railroad.
GCHS houses a treasure trove of artifacts pertaining to the heritage of Greene County and the surrounding area. Please come see for yourself! Listed own below are a few examples of the many on-going exhibits GCHS has to offer:
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W&W Railroad History
The Waynesburg & Washington Railroad (W&W RR) faithfully served the county seats of Washington and Greene Counties in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The W&W RR was nearly single handedly the key to Greene County economic development in that farmers and merchants had reliable means to transport goods and service to market.