Historical program focuses on Latrobe's Sixth Ward
Latrobe Area Historical Society will present a new program, “Sixth Ward Revisited,” at 9:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
Designed by Pam Ferrero, this slide show of historic images has been a year in the making. Those attending will learn about the history of the “land over the bridge,” referring to the arch bridge that allows motorists to cross the Loyalhanna Creek as they exit downtown Latrobe, heading southwest on Route 981 (Lloyd Avenue) toward Route 30.
The program also will offer glimpses of residents who called the Sixth Ward home over the years, and the businesses that have operated there.
Gas stations at Lloyd Avenue and Unity Street have changed affiliations through the decades. A block away, the Dunkin’ doughnut and coffee shop was preceded by a Mister Donut outlet. The small West Fare Super Market used to stock groceries further south on Route 981.
Doors open at 9 a.m. both days at the historical society headquarters and museum, 416 Weldon St., Latrobe.
Parking is available on the street Friday, with additional spaces on Saturday available in the lot of Kelly, Sparber and White, at Weldon and Alexandria streets.
For more information, contact the historical society at latrobeareahist@gmail.com or 724-539-8889.
Jeff Himler is a TribLive reporter covering Greater Latrobe, Ligonier Valley, Mt. Pleasant Area and Derry Area school districts and their communities. He also reports on transportation issues. A journalist for more than three decades, he enjoys delving into local history. He can be reached at jhimler@triblive.com.
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