Pennsbury Manor

Beer Brewing and Garden Highlights
2021-09-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | PA
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.

Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration
2021-09-19 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
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.

Living History Theater
2021-09-12 12:15 | PA
Living History Theater
Phineas Pemberton’s Funeral
12:15, 1:45, 3:15
Phineas Pemberton died in 1702. Upon learning of his death, William Penn lamented that the colony had lost “the ablest as well as one of the best men of the Province”. Talk with family and friends of the deceased, hear the reading of the will, and place rosemary on the grave.

Historic Trades
2021-09-05 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Historic Trades
1:00-4:00pm
Our historic trades demonstrators will be eager to talk as they showcase their skills!

Furry, Feathered, & Fuzzy: Animals at Pennsbury
2021-08-29 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Furry, Feathered, & Fuzzy: Animals at Pennsbury
1:00-4:00pm
Our animal interpreters will be on hand to share stories and fun facts about the lives of animals at Pennsbury, past and present.

Beer Brewing and Garden Highlights
2021-08-22 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Beer Brewing and Garden Highlights
1:00-4:00pm
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.

Independence Day – Site Open
2021-07-04 10:00 - 17:00 | PA

Memorial Day - Site Open
2021-05-31 10:00 - 17:00 | PA
Celebrate Memorial Day at Pennsbury Manor!
We will be open for grounds visits only from 10 am to 5 pm; come take a walk through our historic gardens or bring a picnic to enjoy by the river!

VIRTUAL Holly Nights at Home!
2020-12-03 - 2020-12-04 | Online
CLICK HERE for our Virtual Holly Nights at Home Facebook event!
While we can’t gather in person this year, we’re delighted to be able to bring some of our beloved Holly Nights traditions to your homes virtually! On December 3rd & 4th, join us live at the link above for festive videos and holiday greetings from the Pennsbury community and Father Christmas himself!
Our virtual content this year is free, but if you’d like to support our educational programming check out the following options:

Our Take-Home Craft Bags (on sale until 11/22) include crafts, snacks, and decorations for a healthy dose of festive cheer. We’re also selling holly bundles for a pop of color in your winter décor! Learn more and purchase a bag here: Take-Home Craft Bags & Holly Bundles
If you’re feeling lucky, enter our Holly Nights Raffle for a chance to win a handmade wool cape, a cooking or kids-themed gift basket from our Museum Store, a Byers’ Choice caroling figurine, or one of ten handmade wreaths! Enter the raffle & view photos of the prizes here: Online Raffle

We can’t wait to celebrate with you all; make sure to RSVP to our Facebook event and invite your friends!

VIRTUAL Tricks & Treats
2020-10-31 | Online
Join us online as we move our Tricks & Treats celebration into the virtual world! Follow our Facebook for spooky history throughout October, and then enjoy our digital events on Halloween! Stay tuned for more details coming soon.

Living History Theater Journey of Submission - POSTPONED
2020-08-09 00:00 | PA

Historic Trades - POSTPONED
2020-08-02 13:00 - 16:00, 2020-07-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2020-06-07 | PA

Short Stories/Storytelling - POSTPONED
2020-08-02 09:30 | PA
$3 / adult

Beer Brewing & Garden Highlights - POSTPONED
2020-07-26 13:00 - 16:00 | PA

Open-Hearth Cooking - POSTPONED
2020-07-19 13:00 - 16:00, 2020-06-21, 2020-05-17 13:00 | PA

Tall Tales/Storytelling - POSTPONED
2020-07-19 09:30 | PA

Naturalization Ceremony - POSTPONED
2020-07-16 00:00 | PA

VIRTUAL Colonial Camp/Summer Camp - Subject to Change Depending on Site Opening
2020-07-13 10:00 - 2020-07-17 15:00 | PA

Living History Theater Baltimore Battle Royale - POSTPONED
2020-07-12 00:00 | PA

Members Only – Meet at History - POSTPONED
2020-07-05 14:00 | PA

Short Stories/Storytelling - POSTPONED
2020-07-05 09:30 | PA

Beer-Brewing & Garden Highlights - POSTPONED
2020-06-28 13:00 - 16:00 | PA

VIRTUAL Brews & Bites/Beer Festival
2020-06-27 15:00 - 19:00 | PA

Living History Theater Call the Doctor - CANCELED
2020-06-14 | PA

Animals at Pennsbury - POSTPONED
2020-05-31 13:00 - 16:00 | PA

Closed due to Covid-19 – Memorial Day
2020-05-25 11:30 - 16:00 | PA
