Mercersburg, PA

06/13/2026

This week, Mercersburg Beautification, led by Mayor Pedersen, introduced commemorative banners for throughout Mercersburg! 🇺🇸

We’re grateful for the help of Public Works employees Hayden and Luke, led by Borough Manager Matt Moxley. We also thank Antrim Township for assisting with equipment, led by Chris Ardinger with help by Council Person Tobey Banks.

The banners will remain installed for several months during this important anniversary year. Well done, gentlemen!

06/13/2026

Join us tomorrow! Representatives from Council, Water Authority, Sewer Authority & the Mayor’s Office will be present.

06/12/2026

We were thrilled to welcome Findlay, Ohio historian Shelly Coonrod to Mercersburg last week! Her presentation brought to life Mercersburg brothers William, James, and John Findlay, who would all serve on national levels in the US government in the 19th century, along with stories of other prominent family members in Ohio and beyond.

We were also excited to welcome Findlay descendant Steve Findlay and his wife Kathy.

Thank you to Betty Jane Lee for organizing this special event for the Mercersburg Historical Society!

06/06/2026

It’s Mercersburg Academy’s Alumni weekend and our town is buzzing with activity! If you see an alumni student this weekend, welcome them back to their second home!

Photo: Mercersburg Academy’s 1896 football team.

05/30/2026

Join us THIS Thursday, June 4th, for a special program on James Findlay and the Findlay brothers of Mercersburg! Native to Mercersburg, all three brothers would become national political figures. This program will be presented by special guest, Shelly Coonrod, from Findlay, Ohio.

This free event is sponsored by the Mercersburg Historical Society and begins at 7PM in Trinity United Church of Christ, East Seminary Street.

05/28/2026

One week ago, Mayor Pedersen presented Richard Rotz with one of Mercersburg’s highest honors- the Harriet Lane Award! Richard Rotz was acknowledged for his many contributions to Mercersburg, including fifty years of service to the Mercersburg Area Community Chorus, his years of music education at Mercersburg Academy and James Buchanan High School, and the opening of his garden to the community. Congratulations, Richard!

05/25/2026

Mercersburg’s Memorial Day Service, 2026. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Don’t forget to join us tomorrow night! ❤️

The wait is almost over! The Harriet Lane Award will be announced next Thursday! This annual honor is presented by the Mayor of Mercersburg and acknowledges an extraordinary citizen for their contributions to art, education, and/or child welfare.

The award will be followed by a special presentation titled “Fort Sumter, James Buchanan, Genesis of the Civil War” by local historian, Thomas Steiger.

The program will begin at 7PM at Trinity United Church of Christ. Refreshments will be served. Thank you to the Mercersburg Historical Society for hosting this special event!

05/14/2026

Interested in learning what it takes to self-publish a book? The Fendrick Library has you covered!

On May 18th, Jessica Ainswirth will be sharing her knowledge on the modern publishing process. Whether you’re curious or ready to start your own journey, this free program will shed light on this ever changing process.

This event is FREE to the public.