Celebrating 50 Years and Looking Toward the Horizon
This year we celebrated 50 years of preserving and celebrating Laurel's rich history. As we reflect on this last year, we are filled with gratitude for all that we've accomplished together and excitement for what lies on the horizon.
The Laurel Historical Society was founded in 1975 as the Laurel Horizon Society, a name chosen in preparation for the city's 1976 Bicentennial celebrations to symbolize looking forward while honoring the past. From those beginnings as a grassroots, all-volunteer organization to today's thriving community museum and archive, your support and participation have helped us preserve the stories, landmarks, and traditions that make Laurel unique.
For the last five decades, we have shared the stories that connect us all. This year's exhibit and educational programs, from the semi-annual Speaker Series to our popular walking tours, continued that important work.
As we celebrate this milestone, we're also asking the question that has guided us since 1975: What lies on the horizon? Next year marks the 30th anniversary of the Laurel Museum, and with it, new opportunities to spread our mission, foster a greater appreciation for our history, and inspire future generations. But we can't do it without you!
It is only with your continued support that we can continue growing and moving forward. As the year draws to a close, please join us in celebrating this milestone by considering a gift to our 2025 Annual Appeal. Each and every donation makes a difference and will help us carry our mission into the next 50 years and beyond. You may donate securely using the button below or click here.
Thank you for being such an essential part of our journey! Together, we can keep looking toward the horizon and ensure that Laurel's stories continue to shine!
The Laurel Historical Society was founded in 1975 as the Laurel Horizon Society, a name chosen in preparation for the city's 1976 Bicentennial celebrations to symbolize looking forward while honoring the past. From those beginnings as a grassroots, all-volunteer organization to today's thriving community museum and archive, your support and participation have helped us preserve the stories, landmarks, and traditions that make Laurel unique.
For the last five decades, we have shared the stories that connect us all. This year's exhibit and educational programs, from the semi-annual Speaker Series to our popular walking tours, continued that important work.
As we celebrate this milestone, we're also asking the question that has guided us since 1975: What lies on the horizon? Next year marks the 30th anniversary of the Laurel Museum, and with it, new opportunities to spread our mission, foster a greater appreciation for our history, and inspire future generations. But we can't do it without you!
It is only with your continued support that we can continue growing and moving forward. As the year draws to a close, please join us in celebrating this milestone by considering a gift to our 2025 Annual Appeal. Each and every donation makes a difference and will help us carry our mission into the next 50 years and beyond. You may donate securely using the button below or click here.
Thank you for being such an essential part of our journey! Together, we can keep looking toward the horizon and ensure that Laurel's stories continue to shine!
