Pennsbury Manor

Candlelight Tours
2024-12-13 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-14 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-27 15:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-28 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Experience old-world holiday magic with Candlelight Tours at Pennsbury Manor, William Penn’s country estate in Bucks County!

Wander through the ornately decorated Manor House and step back in time to a 17th century holiday feast hosted by William & Hannah Penn.

Admission is $9 adults, $7 seniors, and $5 children.

Tours are offered Friday, 12/13; Saturday, 12/14 Friday, 12/27; & Saturday, 12/28 at 3 PM, 5 PM, & 6 PM.

Reservations are strongly encouraged as tours are limited to 25 visitors per tour. Reserve your tour by emailing info@pennsburymanor.org or calling 215-946-0400.

Historic Holiday Tour
2024-12-14 14:00 - 19:00
For the first time ever, we are partnering with historic sites in Lower Bucks County for a full day of 17th & 18th century historic holiday magic!

On Saturday, December 14th join Historic Fallsington, Bolton Mansion, Historic Summerseat, and Pennsbury Manor through a holiday driving tour of Lower Bucks County and enjoy the sights and sounds of a bygone era.

Experience the charm of Bucks County holidays gone by with tours of Historic Fallsington, Inc. and Historic Summerseat from 2-5pm.

Then, delight in history illuminated with special candlelight tours at Historic Bolton Mansion and Pennsbury Manor from 3-7pm.

Tickets for the tour must be purchased in advance here: https://ticketstripe.com/historic-holiday-tour

Adults: $30, Youth: $15, Kids under 3: Free!
Don’t miss out on experiencing all the heartwarming holiday history Bucks County has to offer!

Site Closed for Christmas
2024-12-24 00:00, 2024-12-25 00:00

Site Closed for New Year’s
2024-12-31 00:00

Site Closed for New Year's
2025-01-01 00:00

Black History Month Presentation
2025-02-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Celebrate Black History Month with an engaging and thought-provoking program at Pennsbury Manor. On February 23rd from 1-4pm, join Pennsbury Manor and Gather Place as we grapple with how Quakers’ ideals of equality and justice coexisted with slavery.

Learn about the history of slavery in Pennsylvania from Pennsbury’s Director, Doug Miller. Then, enjoy a dramatization of the 1688 Germantown Quaker Petition Against Slavery, the first protest of slavery by a religious body in the thirteen colonies. We’ll discuss William Penn’s participation in the institution of slavery in the context of rising pro-abolition views amongst Quakers.

Afterwards, enjoy a riveting presentation by Shirley Lee Corsey, Executive Director of Gather Place museum at the Historic African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church of Yardley. Witness her compelling first-person portrayal of Susanna Warder—an enslaved woman who lived and worked at Pennsbury Manor from birth in 1701 until death at the age of 109.

Ms. Corsey will then illuminate untold stories of African American contributions to Yardley Borough, Bucks County, and beyond that connect local history to powerful themes of justice and equality.

Admission to this event is free. Donations are encouraged.

Don’t miss the chance to hear these powerful testimonials as we pay tribute to the strength and resilience of the people, Black and white, enslaved and free, who sacrificed to ensure a more just future for all.

Charter Day
2025-03-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Join us in celebrating Pennsylvania’s birthday at the home of 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 to the public. Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item to donate to a local food bank.

Historic Trade Demonstrations
2025-04-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-01 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-06 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, joiners, and spinners will be eager to talk to about their work and its importance during Penn’s time.

Living History Theater
2025-04-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
This month out Role Players will be recreating the Funeral of Phineas Pemberton.
He was a a government official, Quaker slave holder, trusted friend to William Penn, husband and loving father. Now he is gone and the community is mourning.
This first person performance will run at 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15 and will include a walk over to the Pemberton Cemetery.

Site Closed
2025-04-20 12:00 - 17:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Pennsbury Manor will be closed to the public. We will reopen on Tuesday 22nd for grounds visitation.

Beer Brewing & Garden Highlights
2025-04-27 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-22 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.

Historic Trades and Sheep Shearing
2025-05-04 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, joiners, and spinners will be eager to talk to about their work and its importance during Penn’s time.
With spring well underway, we will also begin shearing our sheep. This annual process helps the flock get ready for the summer as well as keeps our spinners busy year round. Hand shearing demonstrations will take place between 1-4pm!

Living History Theater
2025-05-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
What concerns did parents in the 17th century have in regards to raising their children? Discuss the issues of raising children with William and Hannah Penn!
This first person performance will run at 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15.

Lenape Cultural Program
2025-05-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Meet the First People of Pennsylvania, the Lenape.
Hear their stories, dance their dances. Pennsbury is proud to again host the federally recognized descendants of the Lenape (The Delaware tribe of Indians) for an afternoon of cultural programming.
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: White Meats - Cheese and Dairy
2025-05-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
The grass is green, and cows are being milked. The cooks will be demonstrating 17th century receipts using dairy products.
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 Memorial Day
2025-05-26

Living History Theater: In Sickness and Health
2025-06-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
As Lady of the Manor, Hannah Penn tended to everyone when they were sick, including her husband. Come and talk with Hannah and other on the estate about their experiences being ill and the remedies that where available at the time!
This first person performance will run at 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15.

Open-Hearth Cooking: 17th Century Pudding
2025-06-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Everything hath an end and a pudding has two! Each cook will be demonstrating a different type of 17th century pudding.
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.

Brews & Bites 2025
2025-06-28 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.

Tickets will go on sale on May 1st 2025!

Must be 21+ to attend this event.

Animals at Pennsbury
2025-06-29 13:00 - 16:00 | 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.

Living History Theater: The Voyage of the Submission
2025-07-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
The year is 1682, 11 crew members and 49 passengers boarded the Submission and set sail for Pennsylvania. Discover what it was like for a group of people from England to leave their homes and the challenges they faced onboard!
This first person performance will run at 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15.

Open-Hearth Cooking: Preserving the Harvest
2025-07-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Pennsbury Manor, 400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, Morrisville, PA, 19067, United States
Stoneware crocks, bladders, vinegar, gally pot, and sugar will abound as the cooks preserve the harvest for the coming winter.
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.
