Meadville 1825

01/16/2026

Order your "Meadville 1825 In Review" now!
This limited edition preserves the legacy of the year’s 26 special events – from the “Grand Opening” to the “Grand Finale” – for current and future generations.

The keepsake volume features detailed summaries of historical events that shaped Meadville 200 years ago; archival photographs and new images that capture the spirit of the bicentennial year; in-depth stories about the people, places, and events that defined Meadville in 1825; and a permanent record of a major milestone in Crawford County history.

Armendia P. Dixon stated, “This booklet is truly a labor of love and a historical treasure. It is the official written history of our 200th-anniversary year. We encourage everyone with a connection to Meadville – whether you live here now or look fondly on your time
here – to acquire this limited edition.”

The booklet is available for $25.00 and can be purchased at Meadville Fine Arts, by emailing [email protected], or by calling Tim Kirt at 814-337-8600. You will be notified when your copy is ready for pickup.

01/02/2026

Glad to be with my friends in today's paper. We worked hard to produce 26 programs and events on local history last year. Many thanks to our many supports and participatants. I hope everyone had as much fun as we did.

12/05/2025

Saturday, Dec. 6 at 1:30 PM in the Victorian Parlor, Unitarian Church, 346 Chestnut St. Meadville.

12/03/2025

See you on Satureday, Dec. 6 at 1:30 PM in the Victorian Parlor, Unitarian Church, 346 Chestnut St. Meadville. Join us for song and refreshments.

12/01/2025

Join us for song and refreshments on Sat. Dec. 6 at 1:30 pm for a
HOLIDAY CHEER SING-ALONG
in the Victorian Parlor of the Unitarian Church, 346 Chestnut Street, Meadville.

11/29/2025

See you at our HOLIDAY CHEER SING-ALONG taking place on Saturday, Dec. 6, 1:30 PM in the Victorian Parlor at the Unitarian Church, 346 Chestnut St., Meadville, PA.

11/27/2025

The Meadville 1825 Committee wishes everyone a Splendid Thanksgiving. We are very grateful for your support this year.
"American Country Life, October Afternoon" pub. 1855 was created by F***y Palmer, an artist who produced hundreds of lithograph designs for Currier & Ives.

11/27/2025

https://youtu.be/2rlikaj1We8

Allegheny College Public Historian Brian Miller discusses John James Audubon's visit to Meadville PA

11/21/2025

John James Audubon (1785–1851) was America’s greatest wildlife artist and a pioneering naturalist. His book "The Birds of America" (1827–1838) featured life-sized, lifelike bird portraits that combined art and science. Audubon’s work advanced ornithology, inspired conservation, and shaped how Americans viewed their natural world.

11/19/2025

The state bird of PA is the ruffed grouse because it was an important food for early settlers and is still seen with its distinctive neck ruffs and often heard drumming during mating season.
A talk on John James Audubon, who made this print, takes place on Sat. Nov. 22, 1;3O PM at the Unitarian Church, 346 Chestnut, given by Brian Miller, public historian at Allegheny College.

11/17/2025

John James Audubon agreed with Benjamin Franklin's opinion that the wild turkey, being a "respectable Bird" and a "Bird of Courage," would have been a better choice for the United States' national symbol than the Bald Eagle, which he described as having a "bad moral Character."
Join us on Sat. Nov. 22, 1:30 PM at the Unitarian Church, 346 Chestnut for a talk on Audubon by Brian Miller, public historian at Allegheny College.

11/14/2025

John James Audubon came Meadville, PA, on August 31, 1824, where he stayed for two days to create portraits. He was assisted by Pieter Huidekoper, who helped him raise funds by commissioning a portrait and encouraging others to do the same.