Colonial Craft and Demonstration Day

Conrad Weiser Homestead 28 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf

Visitors will have the opportunity to see numerous 18th-century craft demonstratorsfrom a shoe-maker to a weaver and many more. Learn about the historic context, materials, and equipment of the mid to late 18th century. Some of the demonstrators will have their materials for sale. ​The site will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Please ... Read more

Brewing and Distilling Day

Pottsgrove Manor 100 West King St, Pottstown

Discover the colonial history of making beer, cider, and spirits of the 18th century at Pottsgrove Manor’s Brewing and Distilling Day.Refresh your knowledge of history with historic beverages at Pottsgrove Manor! Living Historians will demonstrate and discuss the techniques needed to produce these daily beverages of 18th-century life. Home brewed beer and ciders, along with ... Read more

Mobile Madness Food Truck Fair

Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles 85 South Walnut Street, Boyertown

The Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles is pleased to announce its FIFTH ANNUAL food truck fair! Join us for this unique experience where you can enjoy a variety of food selections from today’s food trucks while learning about food trucks manufactured here at the Boyertown Auto Body Works. Food trucks from all over Southeastern Pennsylvania will ... Read more

18th Century Science Day

Pottsgrove Manor 100 West King St, Pottstown

See history and science come together to highlight the impact of science during the colonial era at Pottsgrove Manor’s 18th Century Science Day on Saturday, July 20, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Philadelphia was the capital of scientific thought and experiments in Colonial America. Discover how natural philosophy shaped 18th century life through experiments, ... Read more

Living History Sundays at Pottsgrove Manor

Pottsgrove Manor 100 West King St, Pottstown

Learn a new historic skill every Sunday in August at Pottsgrove Manor’s Living History Sundays! Living history interpreters will be at Pottsgrove Manor on Sunday, August, 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2019, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Bring everyone in the family to take part in hands-on history. Take a turn to churn cream into ... Read more

Starfest

Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site 2 Mark Bird Lane, Elverson

Join the ChesMont Astronomical Society for an informative and spectacular view of the Universe.  Presentations, kids activities, telescope demonstrations and door prizes are scheduled at this celestial discovery night program. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Food and drink concessions available.Weather dependent program. Dates are August 24 with rain/cloud dates of August 25, August 31 ... Read more

Reading Society of Model Engineers Run Days

Reading Society of Model Engineers 2060 Mt Laurel Rd, Fleetwood

RSME Run Day events are open to the general public. The 15" gauge railroad is the only thing scheduled to operate. There is the chance that other displays will be operating but that is up to the discretion of the other groups in the RSME. The suggested donation amount for rides is $7 for adults and ... Read more

Story & Snacks

Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, Reading

It’s a wonderful kind of day every Wednesday at RPM this fall! Children can laugh and play during this special time as they listen to a story about Arthur, do a related craft, enjoy a snack, and explore Arthur’s World™ at The Museum! No reservations is required. Admission includes: Museum admission, story time, craft, and snack.Every Wednesday, October ... Read more

Candle Making Workshop

Pottsgrove Manor 100 West King St, Pottstown

Learn about the different types of colonial-era candles and hand-dip your own at Pottsgrove Manor’s Candlemaking Workshop, Saturday, October 12. The first workshop will run from 10 a.m. to noon, and the second workshop will run from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Fall days mean long winter nights are on their way. Bring light into your ... Read more

Diner Day

Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles 85 South Walnut Street, Boyertown

Diner Day is one of our most popular events. With the price of regular admission, guests are able to sit inside our beautifully preserved Fegely's Reading Diner and enjoy coffee and homemade pie. Coffee and pie are available for purchase at 1938 prices--that means a nickel for a cup of coffee and a quarter for ... Read more

Pennsylvania German Folk Art Day

Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, Reading

Come to The Museum to try your hand at centuries old folk art crafts of the Pennsylvania Germans. During this event, The Museum will offer special tours of the Pennsylvania German Gallery and hands on craft stations in The Museum

BubbleMania

Da Vinci Science Center 3145 Hamilton Blvd. Bypass, Allentown

Comic bubbleologist Casey Carle returns to the Science Center with his spectacular blend of bubble-based science and hilarious humor.Casey, who has been featured on The Discovery Channel and The Science Channel, will perform two, very different, 30-minute stage shows:BubbleMania! from Nov. 29-Dec. 31, 2019BubbleOlogy! from Jan. 11-Feb. 9, 2020See the website for all the dates and times 

Candlelight Tours

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Rd, Lansdale

The soft glow of candles will guide you throughout the Farmstead for tours showcasing colonial music, seasonal entertaining, and a visit from Belsnickel, a Pennsylvania German St. Nicholas in furs.(Last tour begins at 8:30pm).

Sensory Friendly Stories with Santa

Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, Reading

Have a Holly Jolly holiday at The Museum! Guests with sensory needs and their families are invited to The Museum for a special meeting with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Guests will have the opportunity to make special crafts and memories as they explore The Museum. Child participants (over the age of 2) will receive a special treat ... Read more

Child’s Play Series

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Rd, Lansdale

Preschoolers will learn about historic holiday traditions and make a craft to take home.  Sessions are at 10am and 1 pm each day listed. Pre-registration required.

Pottsgrove Manor by Candlelight

Pottsgrove Manor 100 West King St, Pottstown

Experience an 18th-century holiday come alive with music and laughter at Pottsgrove Manor. Explore the candlelit museum as living history interpreters celebrate the traditions of Twelfth Night. Delight at entertaining in the Front Parlor and spy to see if any couple is caught standing under the kissing ball. Discover the progression of Georgian dishes and ... Read more

Hands-On History

Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center 105 Seminary Street, Pennsburg

These programs will allow children to experience the topic of the day in a tangible way. Programs will be occurring once during the day and then again after-school. The cost is $7 per child.Getting into the Christmas Spirit!Tuesday, December 17, 10:00 am - noonCome and learn about the history of gift-giving and card making during ... Read more

Noon Year’s Eve -Sensory Friendly

Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, Reading

Ring in the New Year a little earlier with your family at The Museum for Noon Year's Eve! Guests with sensory needs are invited to The Neag Planetarium to celebrate the New Year with crafts and activities. Head over to The Museum to watch the Museum’s 3rd annual balloon drop at noon!At 12 noon - the ... Read more