For The Westfield Historical Society’s September First Wednesday Luncheon series at Echo Lake Country Club. Pat Wells will present a program entitled “The History of the White House, America’s Executive Mansion” on September 7th.

It took eight years to build, was burned down, nearly fell down, was almost painted black, and has grown in every direction, but still looks the same.  Enjoy a tour through time in America's First Mansion. The event will begin with check-in at 11:45 am at Echo Lake Country Club, 515 Springfield Ave., Westfield.

For 30 years Pat Wells was a nuclear medicine technologist and instructor.  Upon retiring, she became active in the Chatham Township Historical Society and took courses at Drew University's Historic Preservation Program.  She is now an amateur historian and architecture geek.  She loves to research and share our history.  Pat has presented numerous lectures on a wide variety of subjects.

      Those wishing to attend the luncheon may make a reservation by email to westfieldhistoricalsociety@gmail.com; or, by calling 908-654-1794, by Thursday, September 1st. Please advise if there are special dietary needs. The luncheon fee of $35 (WHS members) or $40 (non-members) includes a three-course meal, coffee/tea, and gratuity. The luncheon fee should be paid in advance (check payable to Westfield Historical Society) by mailing to Westfield Historical Society, P.O. Box 613, Westfield, NJ  07091; by Venmo to @Westfield-HistoricalSociety; or, online by clicking on “Reservations” in the banner above this page; or go to: www.westfieldhistoricalsociety.org/registration. Payments should be received by Friday prior to the luncheon. Westfield Historical Society memberships will also be available at the luncheon.

      Since 1968, the 501(c)(3) non-profit Westfield Historical Society has worked to preserve, interpret and encourage interest in history, Westfield, and its residents through educational efforts and community outreach programs