- Oct 19, 2024
- Times: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Venue: Hershey History Center - Home of the Hershey-Derry Township Historical Society
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40 Northeast Drive
Hershey, PA 17033 - Admission: MEMBERS $90 with Tour. $80 Gala, only. NON-MEMBERS $100 with Tour. $90 Gala, only.
- Phone: (717) 720-0748
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Saturday, October 19, 2024. Preservation Gala & Tour: Back to School!
The M.S. Hershey Consolidated School was built in 1914, an early example of a progressive education concept at the turn of the 20th century. Designed by Mr. Hershey’s architect, C. Emlen Urban, the building remains an architectural vestige of interest in, and investment made to benefit Hershey’s youngest citizens.
110 years later, we are going back to school for one historic night, so find your most nostalgic spirit wear, class rings, and report cards. No gym outfits are required, but high school dance fashion is welcomed, prom dresses included! This year’s event includes the preservation tour, revisiting a series of local school sites, with a special guest appearance by C. Emlen Urban!
The gala is held at the Hershey History Center, and is open to members and non-members. Small plates, curated "cafeteria style". Sounds of School Days, presented live (disco ball included), school dance attire optional. School memories display, including trophies and classmate pictures. Silent and live auctions. Click to purchase tickets.
