Designated as an America250PA Officially Recognized Program – Gather Place Museum - Celebrating 250 Years of American Resilience in Pursuit of Liberty, Justice & Equality.Join us for a special 2-day celebration as Gather Place Museum proudly unveils our America 250th Themed Exhibits & Open House in honor of Pennsylvania’s Semiquincentennial. […]
Historian Mike Campbell, who is currently writing a biography of Davis, will share insights into the man who contributed so significantly to Doylestown’s rich history. The program is part of the collaboration between the Friends of the Doylestown Library and DHS’ USA250 Lecture Series celebrating the 250th birthday of our […]
Gather Place Museum Series: Celebrating 250 Years of American Resilience — In Pursuit of Liberty, Justice & Equality – An America250PA Officially Recognized ProgramDiscover the remarkable leadership of Hannah Penn, the woman who guided Pennsylvania through a pivotal moment in its early history. This engaging one-hour lecture shines light on […]
From Turncoats to Peace Signs: A Time-Travel Pub Crawl PartyIt’s a one-night journey through two unforgettable eras. We start in 1776, visiting three pubs with drinks, light fare, where history comes alive via lively storytelling by our fan-favorite professional reenactors. Then the night takes a wild turn as we time-jump […]
Join us at the Pearl S. Buck House for an introductory genealogy workshop. Ring in the new year and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by learning more about your family history. Foundations of Genealogy Workshop 1: January 24, 2026 at 1pm Learn what resources are available […]
Gather Place Museum Series: Celebrating 250 Years of American Resilience — In Pursuit of Liberty, Justice & Equality - An America250PA Officially Recognized ProgramExperience the powerful story of Susanna Warder, born enslaved at Pennsbury Manor in 1701. This first-person reenactment, rooted in decades of research by Pennsbury educator Mary Ellyn […]
Join us at Summerseat Bucks County on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 2 PM for a special living history program featuring Admiral François Joseph Paul, Comte de Grasse, the French naval commander whose leadership helped secure the American victory at Yorktown. Portrayed by historical interpreter Greg Archetto, Admiral de Grasse […]
The Civics Series at Bucks County Community College launches with a timely forum and Q&A featuring former Pennsylvania Governor Mark Schweiker and Pennsylvania House Representative Tim Brennan. This session will explore the importance of civic knowledge in sustaining a healthy democracy, frame today’s civic challenges, and encourage active participation. Speakers […]
Gather Place Museum Series: Celebrating 250 Years of American Resilience — In Pursuit of Liberty, Justice & Equality - An America250PA Officially Recognized ProgramStep back in time inside Yardley’s historic 1877 AME Church for a visual journey through the founding of Yardleyville. This image-rich lecture explores Quaker settlement, canal history, […]
Join us at Historic Summerseat as we kick-off our 2026 celebration of our nation's founding. Enjoycake in our beautiful historic building and learn about our exciting upcoming events!
The Many Crossings of the Delaware River in December 1776. Most people have at least heard about General George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776, but there is much more to the story.Author and historian William (Larry) Kidder will present an enlightening program about the almost […]
