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Harriet Tubman – Live! A Journey Through Time

Embark on an immersive journey into the extraordinary life of Harriet Tubman in this first-person presentation. Witness her triumphant navigation through adversity, leading others to victory, advocating for justice, and providing refuge. Dive into this captivating performance of exploration as she speaks to you, spanning her childhood as 'Minty' to adulthood as 'Harriet.' Uncover a […]

Charter Day

 Join us in celebrating Pennsylvania's birthday at the home of its founder, William Penn! Take a tour of the exquisitely decorated Manor House, observe colonial craftspeople as they demonstrate the art of blacksmithing, woodworking and spinning, and see history come to life with a performance by our Living History Theater troupe. This event is FREE […]

Spring Arts: Pennsbury Portraits

Pennsbury Manor 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, United States

In this enchanting Spring gathering, talented artists and enthusiasts alike will converge to celebrate the timeless art of portraiture. You will begin with a tour of the 6 historical portraits located in our Manor House. Then, a professional artist will teach you the skills of portrait drawing, and you will take home your finished work […]

April Fools Tour

Pennsbury Manor 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, United States

Some events in history are so ridiculous you just can’t make them up. In the April Fools spirit, your guide will tell 3 outlandish stories, 1 of which is false, in this special twist on a museum tour. At the end of the tour, you have to guess which story is fake! Afterwards, your guide […]

Historic Trade Demonstrations

Pennsbury Manor 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, United States

Come and witness some of the trades and crafts practiced at Pennsbury Manor during the 17th century. Our blacksmiths, joyners, and spinners will be eager to talk to you about their work and its importance during Penn’s time. Included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm. 

Living History Theater

See the dramatization of a Burlington court case involving the beating of a female enslaved person. Listen to the conflicting opinions Quakers had in the 17th century. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Open-Hearth Cooking: The Bake Oven

The cooks will fire the bake oven to demonstrate the weekly baking of bread and more. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Spring Arts: Animals in Art

Art for all skill levels. Come and meet Pennsbury’s animal friends, then learn how to draw them from life. Materials provided. Registration is required for this workshop: $30 for members, $35 for nonmembers. Email info@pennsburymanor.org or call (215) 946-0400 to reserve your spot!

Beer Brewing & Garden Highlights

Brewing beer and maintaining a garden were critical to the lives of those living at Pennsbury Manor. Explore the sights, sounds, and smells of the recipes and plants that fed the early residents of Pennsylvania. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

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