Tom McCullough, assistant archivist of the Moravian Archives in Bethlehem, will present an illustrated history of Nazareth on November 6 at 7:00 pm in the Museum of the Moravian Historical Society. McCullough will chronicle the so-called “Upper Places” situated on the historic Nazareth Tract. Drawing on archival materials and collection highlights, his presentation will shed light on these Moravian settlements, including Gracedale.

The Northampton County-owned Gracedale Complex in Upper Nazareth Township was established as a Moravian settlement called Gnadenthal in 1745. Together with Nazareth, Christian’s Spring (Christiansbrunn), and Friedensthal, Gracedale was part of the Moravians “Upper Places,” which encompassed thousands of acres in the heart of today’s Northampton County.

McCullough’s talk is the culminating event in the year-long celebration of Northampton County Parks & Recreation 50th anniversary. Visitors can also view the special exhibition, Grounds for Meditation: Moravian Pleasure Gardens. The exhibition explores early American parks through images and recollections of historic Moravian gardens.

Please note the museum galleries are on the second floor, which is accessible only by stairs.

Seating is limited; reservations are highly recommended.