Experience the suspense and determination of the night that changed history. This fall, join us for immersive seasonal Lantern Tours of Washington Crossing Historic Park, held at the very time of day the historic Crossing occurred. Fridays & Saturdays | Sept. 26–Nov. 1Tour Times: 6:30 PM & 7:30 PMAs twilight […]
House Tours Open to the Public. Tour the Summerseat Mansion. 1st Saturdays.
Come and learn about the man, his motives, his exploits, and his treachery. This informative talk will answer your questions about this enigma. America's Infamous Traitor -- Benedict Arnold.
Our curators tell all in this 90-minute behind-the-scenes tour of The Doan Gang: Outlaws of the Revolution. Hear the incredible tales of how these artifacts and stories came together through the eyes of our curators, and delve into the making of this extraordinary exhibition. Tea and light bites will be […]
Step into a Abigail Adams inspired evening honoring America’s women history makers. The event features a keynote speaker, light refreshments, 250th-themed gifts and information, networking with 250th partners, educators, and community organizers, and time to explore Gather Place’s America 250th programs with costumed storytellers.🎟 Limited seating—$25 donation per person | […]
Join with us on Saturday October 18, 2025 as we kick off "Doylestown Celebrates USA 250!, a celebration of our country's semi-quincentennial anniversary. This event will highlight festivities nd programs being planned throughout 2026. Listen as the Town Criers spread the day's news and meet Ben Franklin in person at […]
Summerseat Presents: Our Annual Ghost Tour. Come hear spooky stories from colonial days, learn haunted history, and venture into the basement--if you dare! Seats are limited. Reservations required. Call (215) 801-0753.
Lecture: The Painter's Fire:A Forgotten History of the Artists who Championed the American Revolution Join Dr. Zara Anishanslin, Associate Professor of History and Art History at the University of Delaware, for an afternoon of discovery as she shares stories of the American Revolution highlighting artists armed with paint, canvas, wax, […]
House Tours Open to the Public. Tour the Summerseat Mansion. 1st Saturdays.
Step into history with Gather Place Museum as we bring the inspiring story of Lucretia Mott to life! This engaging, one-hour interactive program features a 45-minute first-person reenactment followed by 15 minutes of audience Q&A and reflection, honoring Mott’s fearless leadership in the abolition and women’s rights movements.Through Gather Place’s […]
Lecture: Good But Not Too Good:Women’s Musical Accomplishments in the Early American RepublicSunday, November 2, 20252 – 3 P.M.$15 General Admission/$10 BCHS Members Dr. Glenda Goodman, Associate Professor of Music at University of Pennsylvania, shares the life, education, and marriages of Catharine Akerly, daughter of a Revolutionary Patriot. Her story […]
