Pennsbury Manor

Animals at Pennsbury
2024-09-29 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Meet the furry, fuzzy, and feathered inhabitants at Pennsbury, and discover the important role their 17th century predecessors played in daily life.
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Autumn Arts: Plein-air Painting
2024-09-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Take a tour of Pennsbury Manor’s famous gardens and grounds, and then settle into your favorite spot to paint!

Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just starting out, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills, find inspiration, and create beautiful art. Our resident artist will tailor instruction each student’s experience!

Materials provided: viewfinder, easel, acrylic paints, canvas, and brushes. All you need to bring is enthusiasm to make art in the great outdoors!

The cost of the workshop is $30 for members, $35 for nonmembers. To register, email c-kerscott@pa.gov or call 215-946-0400.

Guest Lecture: The World(s) the Enslaved Made
2024-09-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Hear a fascinating talk by visiting lecturer Dr. Randall Miller about the ever-evolving field of study of American slavery.
A major challenge to historians studying slavery is the lack of written documents from the perspective of enslaved people. This, of course, was the result of deliberate attempts from enslavers to prevent the enslaved from having their stories heard.
However, over the past 50 years especially, the study of slavery has been transformed by findings from archaeology, folklore, linguistics, musicology, and more, and the use of such findings has made the enslaved not only more knowable but also gives them greater voice in their history
In his talk entitled “The World(s) the Enslaved Made,” Dr. Randall Miller will discuss some of the ways the new understandings of the enslaved and their culture might apply to Pennsbury and slavery in William Penn’s day and after.
Advance registration is $8 for adults (12 – 64), $6 for seniors (65+), and $4 for children (3-11).
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Beer Brewing & Garden Highlights
2024-09-22 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Beer brewing and garden maintenance were critical to the lives of those living at Pennsbury Manor. Explore and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the recipes and plants that fed the early residents of Pennsylvania.
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Meet nkwiluntàmën Artist Nathan Young
2024-09-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Meet renowned multi-disciplinary artist Nathan Young at Pennsbury Manor. First, experience his sonic art installation nkwiluntàmën. Then hear Young’s presentation followed by Q&A
Nathan Young is a member of the Delaware Tribe of Indians, a federally recognized Lenape Tribe.
In his exhibition currently on view, nkwiluntàmën, Young reimagined Pennsbury Manor as a site for both reflecting on our nation’s past and envisioning new futures that honor Indigenous perspectives.
From 11 am – 1 pm, go at your own pace to experience the sound installation nkwiluntàmën by Nathan Young. There is a $3 fee to tour the grounds.
At 1 pm, enjoy “Welcome to Lenapehoking,” a performative lecture by Nathan Young.
There will also be an opportunity to answer audience questions about Young’s experience creating nkwiluntàmën.

Advance registration for this event is highly recommended, as space is limited. Please reserve your ticket clicking the secure ticketing link below.

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Major support for nkwiluntàmën is provided by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage.

Open-Hearth Cooking: Great Cakes
2024-09-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
The cooks will be preparing breathtaking cakes of all sizes. Come learn what it takes to bake a great cake!
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Living History Theatre: Border Dispute
2024-09-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
The border between Pennsylvania and Maryland was not clearly designated until well into the 1700s. Through William Penn’s proprietorship, he clashed with Maryland proprietor Lord Baltimore over the border. For people living in the areas under dispute, the conflict impacted their safety, economy, and ways they practiced their faith.
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Site Closed for Labor Day
2024-09-02 00:00 | PA

Historic Trade Demonstrations
2024-09-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, 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.
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Open-Hearth Cooking: Cook’s Choice
2024-08-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Our cooks will each be preparing one of their favorite dishes. Come out and learn about our cooks and what they enjoy most.
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Living History Theatre: Weather in Penn’s Time
2024-08-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Just like today, weather was an important topic of conversation among people living in Pennsylvania in the 17th century. Hear about how it impacted their daily lives and affected travel, what they thought about unusual weather events, and how European and Lenape communities considered the cycles of seasons.
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Historic Trade Demonstrations
2024-08-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, 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.
This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Quakers Behaving Badlye Brewing Co. Presents: Rembrandt Beer
2024-07-28 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Quakers Behaving Badlye Brewing Co., Pennsbury Manor’s historic brew club, will be demonstrating a recipe for “Rembrandt beer,” which was created to approximate the shade of beer that Rembrandt depicted in “The Prodigal Son in the Tavern.”

This event is perfect for art enthusiasts and beer lovers alike! Who said a Dutch Golden Age painting and beer don’t go together?

Please note that this event is for demonstration purposes only. We do not give out samples of the beer.

Admission is purchased at the door. $9 for adults, $7 for seniors (65+), and $5 for kids (12 and under).

This program is provided free of charge with admission to Pennsbury Manor, which includes a tour of the Manor House and other historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm. No reservation required for groups of 10 or fewer.

Open-Hearth Cooking: Preserving the Harvest
2024-07-21 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Stoneware crocks, bladders, vinegar, gally pots, and sugar will abound as the cooks preserve the harvest for the winter to come. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Living History Theater
2024-07-14 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
During the summer of 1700, pirates are all anybody can talk about! Join the townspeople of Philadelphia as they discuss how to handle their newfound problem and rid themselves of these unwelcome intruders. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Historic Trade Demonstrations
2024-07-07 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-06-02 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
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. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Site Closed for Independence Day
2024-07-04 | PA

Animals at Pennsbury
2024-06-30 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Meet the furry, fuzzy, and feathered inhabitants at Pennsbury, and discover the important role their 17th century predecessors played in daily life. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Brews & Bites
2024-06-29 16:00 - 20:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Kick off your 4th of July celebrations with this historic brew fest at the idyllic riverside home of Pennsylvania’s founder.
Sample artisanal beers, wines, ciders, and spirits from local breweries in Bucks County and beyond. Savor delectable bites served by community-favorite food trucks throughout the evening. Take in the stunning views of our riverfront venue and enjoy live music in a relaxed summer atmosphere. Stroll through our beautiful gardens and observe 17th century beer brewing demonstrations from colonial brewers.

100% of the proceeds go towards sustaining our educational and community programs throughout the year.

Discounted tickets are available to those who purchase their tickets online before May 1st!

Must be 21+ to attend this event.

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Spring Arts: Botanical Drawing
2024-06-22 10:00 - 13:00 | PA
Outdoor art for all skill levels. This guided drawing workshop will focus on plants in the Kitchen Garden. 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!

Site Closed for Juneteenth
2024-06-19 | PA

Juneteenth Celebration
2024-06-16 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Pennsbury Manor will be hosting a program in celebration of Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of Slavery in the United States.
At 1 PM and 3 PM, Douglas Miller will be giving a talk about Penn as an enslaver and how the Quakers became a key force in abolition. Each talk will last approximately 30 mins.

Open-Hearth Cooking: 17th Century Puddings
2024-06-16 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Everything hath an end and a pudding has two. Each cook will be demonstrating a different type of 17th century pudding. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Living History Theater
2024-06-09 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
John Smith, a blacksmith at Pennsbury, ran away from his indenture in 1686. Why? Listen to John, Pennsbury’s acting steward, and William Penn’s neighbor to find out and hear what happens as a result. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Site Closed for Memorial Day
2024-05-27 | PA

Beer Brewing & Garden Highlights
2024-05-26 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
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.

Open-Hearth Cooking: White Meats, Cheese and Dairy
2024-05-19 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
The grass is green, and the cows are being milked. the cooks will demonstrate 17th century receipts (recipes) using dairy products. This program is included with admission to Pennsbury Manor. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30 pm.

Lenape Cultural Program
2024-05-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Lenape community members from the Delaware Tribe of Indians from Bartlesville, Oklahoma will be presenting authentic Lenape history, stories, language and social dances as an interactive experience at Pennsbury Manor. This program is a free add-on when you take a tour of our Manor, grounds, and historic buildings. Tours are offered at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, and 3:30. No prior registration is required!
