400 Pennsbury Memorial Road | Morrisville, PA 19067

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Exploring the Artifacts: Just a Matter of Time

June 11th, 2012

Popular from 1600 to 1650, the Lantern Clock that is located in the Governor’s Parlor of the Manor House is just one example of many that were produced during Read More

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Upcoming Events

Sep
19

Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration

Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration 1:00-4:00pm Chat with our cooks as they prepare recipes (or receipts as they were called) from William Penn’s time.

Sep
26

Beer Brewing and Garden Highlights

Beer Brewing and Garden Highlights 1:00-4:00 Brewing and gardening were critical to the lives of those living at Pennsbury Manor. Explore the recipes and plants that fed the early residents of Pennsylvania.

Oct
3

Historic Trades

Historic Trades 1:00-4:00pm Our historic trades demonstrators will be eager to talk as they showcase their skills!

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