Pennsbury Manor

Historic Trades
2022-09-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-02 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Historic Trades | 1:00-4:00pm
Our historic trades demonstrators will be eager to talk as they showcase their skills!

Labor Day - CLOSED
2022-09-05 08:00 - 17:00 | PA
Pennsbury Manor will be CLOSED for Labor Day.

Living History Theatre
2022-09-11 | PA
Pennsylvania’s Southern Border:
Since acquiring the colony, the question of its southern border became a point of contention between the Calverts and the Penns. Join William Penn and members of his inner circle as they discuss how to deal with Lord Baltimore.
Times: 12:15pm, 1:45pm, 3:15pm

Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration
2022-09-18 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration | 1:00-4:00pm
Chat with our cooks as they prepare recipes from William Penn’s time.
The Bake Oven – The cooks will fire up the bake oven to demonstrate the weekly baking of bread and more.

Plein Air Workshop
2022-09-24 11:00 - 16:30 | PA

Trails of History Free Day
2022-09-24 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Join us on Saturday September 24, 2022 from 1-4pm for a day filled with historical activities, colonial trade demonstrations, tours of the Manor House, and more. This event will be FREE to the public.
Other sites along the Pennsylvania Trails of History will also be free on this day. Visit this link for more information: https://www.phmc.pa.gov/museums/pages/default.aspx?utm_medium=search&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=summer_trails_history_2022www.PHMC.org

Beer Brewing and Garden Highlights
2022-09-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-10-30 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Beer Brewing and Garden Highlights | 1-4pm
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.

History Trivia Night
2022-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Aristaeus Craft Brewing Company, 2475-C Big Oak Rd, Langhorne, PA, 19047, United States
Looking for a fun night with your fellow history nerds? Join us for a History Trivia Night at 7pm on October 5! This event will be held at Aristaeus Craft Brewing Company in Langhorne, PA. Four trivia categories will span the 17th to 20th centuries, with each category sponsored by a different Bucks County museum. Join us for a fun night of prizes, giveaways, and more!

This event is free to attend. As parking is limited, carpooling is encouraged. History Trivia Night is sponsored by Pennsbury Manor, Friends of Washington’s Crossing Park, Grundy Museum, and Historic Fallsington.

Opening Day: Art Installation by Nathan Young
2022-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 | PA
Details TBA

Living History Theatre
2022-10-09 | PA
Sotcher Wedding:
Your presence is requested at the marriage of John Sotcher, the steward at Pennsbury Manor, and Mary Lofty, the Penns’ housekeeper. Observe the late 17th-century Quaker customs of marriage, sign the wedding certificate, and chat with William Penn and other wedding guests.
Times: 12:15pm, 1:45pm, 3:15pm

Indigenous Peoples Day
2022-10-10 08:00 - 17:00 | PA
Grounds use only from 10am – 5pm. No access to buildings (including restrooms).

Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration
2022-10-16 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration | 1:00-4:00pm
Chat with our cooks as they prepare recipes from William Penn’s time.
Dinner for William Penn – The cooks will prepare and present a complete seasonal dinner meal as it would have been served to William Penn.

Model Drawing Workshop
2022-10-22 08:00 - 17:00 | PA
Time TBD

Tricks & Treats
2022-10-23 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Join us on Sunday, October 23 for an afternoon of safe Halloween fun at Pennsbury Manor. Children are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes and trick or treat around the site. Families will be able to preside over a recreation of the 1683 witch trial of Margaret Mattson. Children can also help press cider, enjoy fall crafts, and MORE!
This is a free event, guided tour of the interior of the Manor House is not included.

Winter Tour Schedule Begins
2022-11-01 08:00 - 17:00 | PA
November 1 – December 31
Wednesday-Saturday: Tours at 11:30 & 2:00
Sundays: Tours at 12:30 & 2:00

(As a reminder we are closed Mondays, and Tuesdays are Grounds Use Only.)

Veterans Day (Site Closed)
2022-11-11 08:00 - 17:00 | PA

Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration
2022-11-20 13:00 - 16:00 | PA
Open-Hearth Cooking Demonstration | 1:00-4:00pm
Chat with our cooks as they prepare recipes from William Penn’s time.
The 17th Century Confectioner – The cooks will revel in the extravagant use of sugar and spices to impress William Penn’s guests.

Thanksgiving Day (Site Closed)
2022-11-24 08:00 - 17:00 | PA

Day After Thanksgiving (Site Closed)
2022-11-25 08:00 - 17:00 | PA

Wreaths and Greens Workshop
2022-11-26 08:00 - 17:00 | PA
Join us for a Wreaths & Greens Workshop led by our Lead Garden Interpreter, Jessye. During this popular annual workshop you will make your own wreath, and Jessye will share tips on how to prune and care for your evergreen trees and shrubs at home. We will provide fresh greens, you provide your own shears!
$31.50 for Pennsbury Society Members | $35 for non-Members
Sessions available at 10am and 1pm. Call 215-946-0400 to reserve your spot today..

No Guided Tours
2022-12-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-12-02 08:00 - 17:00 | PA

Holly Nights
2022-12-01 18:00 - 21:00 | PA
Join us on Thursday December 1 or Friday December 2, from 6-9pm for a memorable evening for all ages.
Come and experience the enchantment of Pennsbury Manor by candlelight. Enjoy crackling bonfires, the merry sound of carolers, candlelit tours of the Manor House, colonial craft demonstrations, and a visit from Father Christmas himself!
Tickets are $14/adults, $12/seniors, & $6/children age 4+ and will be available at the door for purchase, or visit this link to purchase your tickets now.

Holly Nights
2022-12-02 18:00 - 21:00 | PA
Join us on Thursday December 1 or Friday December 2, from 6-9pm for a memorable evening for all ages.
Come and experience the enchantment of Pennsbury Manor by candlelight. Enjoy crackling bonfires, the merry sound of carolers, candlelit tours of the Manor House, colonial craft demonstrations, and a visit from Father Christmas himself!
Tickets are $14/adults, $12/seniors, & $6/children age 4+ and will be available at the door for purchase, or visit this link to purchase your ticket now.

Candlelight Tours
2022-12-09 15:00 - 18:00, 2022-12-10 15:00 - 18:00 | PA
Experience holiday magic through candlelight tours of the Manor House. Come and see the themed decorations throughout the Manor House and take a tour by the flickering light of candles.
Tours at 3:00, 4:00, and 5:00 pm.
Tickets are Adult (12-64): $9 / Senior (65+): $7 / Children (3-11): $5
Reservations encouraged but not required.

Ornament Workshop
2022-12-10 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Create beautiful and unique gifts—or decorate your own tree—with handmade ornaments that capture the spirit of the holidays and release your creativity. Join our educators for this fun, hands-on class (that’s even more fun with a friend!) and create your own Holly Nights lantern, a felted snowman (using wool from the Pennsbury flock!), and tiny Moravian paper stars. Materials are included for the class as well as for you to take home and continue creating!
Run simultaneously with the Children’s Holiday Workshop so you and your child both have the chance to enjoy a festive, fun morning at Pennsbury.
$31.50 for Pennsbury Society Members | $35 for non-Members
Call 215-946-0400 to reserve your spot today.

Children's Holiday Workshop
2022-12-10 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Father Christmas is coming to Pennsbury! And he is bringing his gingerbread decorating supplies so everyone can learn to create festive cookies for the holidays. Join us for a fun-filled workshop for children (ages 5-12) where they will learn to decorate gingerbread, have Storytime with Father Christmas, and create a gnome ornament out of Pennsbury gourds and wool.
Run simultaneously with the Ornament Workshop so you and your child both have the chance to enjoy a festive, fun morning at Pennsbury.
Pay What You Wish (suggested $10 donation). Call 215-946-0400 to reserve your spot today!
