Whitehall Historical Preservation Society, Fullerton

About Whitehall Historical Preservation Society

The Whitehall Historical Preservation Society in Fullerton, Pennsylvania preserves and interprets local history centered on the Helfrich Springs Grist Mill, built by Peter Grim in 1807 and listed on the National Register of Historical Sites since 1977. The society began active preservation of the mill in 1984 and maintains exhibits showing the structure across different eras, including photographs from circa 1880, 1912, and 1985. Visitors explore the restored grist mill and view historical archives documenting the region's past. The organization presents speaker programs and field trips focused on themes including the Lenape people of Pennsylvania, farming, iron and steel production, industry, railroads, and cement manufacturing. These educational programs highlight how these industries influenced growth and change in America while shaping the Lehigh Valley. The society hosts seasonal events and maintains archives for those researching local history.