The Dallas Township Board of Supervisors and Dallas Days Bicentennial Committee are looking to families of the Back Mountain, both past and present, to help with special projects for next year’s 200th birthday celebration.
The Dallas Days History Committee is looking for vintage art, photos and memorabilia that depict the history of Dallas (Borough and Township). Of particular interest are historical photos taken of or near old schools, businesses and other landmarks, like pictures taken at Fernbrook Park, the original fairgrounds (off Hildebrandt Road); and old farms, sawmills or dairies.
Vintage farms tools and other memorabilia are also being sought for a display to take place during the month of May. Art and photos will be scanned at the Dallas Township municipal office and returned to their owners; and memorabilia items will be photographed and registered for later use and returned. The office is located at 2919 SR 309 Highway, in Dallas (above Thomas’ Market).
A commemorative cookbook is also planned. Old, local family recipes (the older, the better) are being sought for inclusion in the book, as well as vintage photos taken in the kitchen or during family dinners or celebrations. Recipes and photos should be from past generations, and credit will be given in the book to the contributing families.
Questions may be directed to Dallas Days History Committee Chairman Joe Hardisky, at 570-690-6530; or, Dallas Township Supervisor Liz Martin, at 570-674-2000, ext. 2008; or via email at [email protected].
