Serving the Greater Pottstown Area Since 1936

Newspapers

Local newspapers and beyond

Our newspaper collection includes selections from the Montgomery Ledger and Pottstown Mercury newspapers. We also have selections from the Pottstown Blade and other miscellaneous materials. We have an extensive collection of Parade magazines.

Get to Know Our Collection

Preserved on Film

Most of the newspapers collection is housed on microfilm at the Society. A viewer is available for research purposes.

What we’re looking for

The Pottstown Historical Society is always looking for vintage Pottstown newspapers to help grow our collection. You can express an interest in contributing to our archives by clicking this link.

How Members Can Access Newspapers

Members can contact the Historical Society by phone or through our contact page to arrange to access the collection or they can stop by the Society on the second and fourth Sundays of every month from 1 – 4 PM.

How can I start a research project?

Research is facilitated by the society. It all begins by filling out a form.

Research

How can i Add to your collection?

We're always happy to look at items that you would like to contribute to our collection.

Contribute

How can I become a member?

New members are always welcomed. Follow the button to learn more.

Membership

Hours

2nd and 4th Sundays from 1 - 4 PM.

Other times by Appointment.