The city’s third fire truck, a 1951 Studebaker, will be among the vehicles to be on display at the Grand Reopening of the Westfield Washington Historical Society Museum. (Photo provided)
The Grand Opening of the Westfield Washington Historical Society Museum will be held on Saturday, June 10 in conjunction with the Westfield City Market being held on the adjoining property. Official Ribbon cutting will be at 11 a.m., but the museum will be open for visitors before that at 9 a.m. The new museum is located at 130 Penn St., Westfield, which is on the back side of the Westfield City Hall building / Old Methodist Church. The new summer hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday.
Pony rides will be available for children and there will be antique vehicles on display in the parking lot for visitor viewing. Refreshments will served to celebrate the event. Donations are welcome. New memberships and volunteers are also welcome.
On display will be:
- 1951 Studebaker, Westfield’s third fire truck
- A Ford Model T
- A tractor
(Possibly more to come)
Event organizers welcome all to come and see the interesting artifacts preserved from the founding days of Westfield to present day. Learn the story of the town and how it has changed since 1834. Much work over several months has been completed to move items, collections and furniture and to create new exhibits and displays for all ages to enjoy. You will be surprised to find out what a special and unique town Westfield is.