Events

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Experience the warmth, rhythm, and romance of Brazil with Rio Bossa at the Bell Tower Cultural Center. Rio Bossa performs traditional Latin, jazz, popular, and original music in a unique and sensuous style, captivating audiences with soulful melodies, rich harmonies, and savory Latin rhythms. Their diverse catalog is inspired by traditional, folk, and popular music from throughout Latin America, including bossa nova, samba, baião, bolero, choro, jazz, and more. Each performance blends sophistication with irresistible energy, creating music that is smooth, expressive, and deeply engaging. Join us for an intimate evening that will transport you to Brazil without ever leaving Martins Creek. Whether you are a longtime fan of Latin music or discovering these rhythms for the first time, Rio Bossa promises a memorable night filled with passion, artistry, and exceptional musicianship. BAR AVAILABLE. Tickets: $15.18-$20. Location: 2904 Church Road, Bangor, PA. Click the link for tickets.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Step back to July 8, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was read aloud at the very same time in Easton, Trenton, and Philadelphia —a bold and dangerous act of treason against the King of England. But why were these three cities chosen for such a world-changing moment, and how did their citizens react? Join our expert interpreters as we uncover the drama and intrigue behind America’s founding. Guests will begin their day at the Sigal Museum where they will be greeted with an exclusive tour of the “Read This! The History of Media in Northampton County” exhibition. Then, they will hop on a comfortable motorcoach to explore Trenton and Philadelphia. This fascinating journey includes a drive by all three original reading sites, as well as visits to historic treasures like Washington Crossing Historic Park, the 1719 William Trent House, and Christ Church Philadelphia. At each stop, you’ll enjoy a private guided tour and exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences that bring the Revolutionary era to life. We know how the story ends—with the birth of a nation—but now you can walk (and ride) in the footsteps of those who lived it. Tours are scheduled for the second Saturday of the month from November 2025 through December 2026. Tickets: $250 per person | 20% discount for members (includes lunch at the historic Washington Crossing Inn). Reservations are required. Click the link for more information and tickets.

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

Emily Smucker-Beidler will teach you how to use pen and ink to create an elaborate letter in the fraktur style of the late 1700s. Participants will also have the option to grain-paint their own frame to fit their finished 8×10 piece. Perfect to give as a gift or keep as your own. All ability levels are welcome, ages 13-100! All materials are included. Watercolor sets will available for purchase from Emily for $20. Cost: $80 Member, $85 Non-Member. Advanced registration required. This workshop is limited to 10 people. Location: Dewees Tavern, 301 W. Main St. Trappe, PA. Please note: this workshop will be held on the second floor of the Dewees Tavern, which is only accessible by a flight of stairs. Click the link to register.

Our annual Holiday Festival, held in the Victorian splendor of our 1892 Public School Building decorated for Christmas, is a Kutztown tradition that kicks off the holiday season. Get a head start on Christmas shopping with our talented group of artists and craftsmen, eat a home cooked meal, see our H-O train display running to its fullest, and enjoy time with friends. There is also a quilt raffle, as well as a raffle for items donated by our vendors and the Kutztown community. NO ADMISSION FEE. We hope to see you all. Location: 212 S. Whiteoak Street, Kutztown, PA

With the introduction of our brand-new exhibit “Modern Furniture/Traditional Values,” we will use Knoll furniture as the inspiration for a challenge where visitors will make their own mini piece of furniture. Utilizing supplies and tools such as cardboard, cork, wood, LEGO®, leather, felt, and other surprise items, they will design and create their own mini furniture to take home with them (average of 5 inches high but may vary per person). Samples and directions will be created for those who need something to follow, but designing your own is encouraged. Bring your creativity and imagination! Free admission. Please email meredith@schwenkfelder.org by November 10 to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone attending. Location: 105 Seminary Street, Pennsburg PA 18073

This fall, prepare to be transported! Subtlety is essential in garden design, but that does not mean there is never any color. One must wait for the moment and be there to experience it using all the senses. So rent your kimono, charge the camera battery, and sip some green tea as Sharee shares this progression to the peak of the world-famous autumnal spectacle in Kyoto. In addition to the indoor lecture there will be an outdoor walking experience around the arboretum. Sharee Solow is one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s most respected certified horticulturist and landscape designers. She blends a lifetime of accomplishments and international travel to offer uniquely sophisticated landscape designs and garden design lectures. Through a design/build seminar in Atami, Japan, she earned certificates in Japanese garden design history, construction, and maintenance. Her personal garden has been featured on regional and national tours and appeared on the cover of Grow magazine among others. Sharee spent years as the editor for the DelVal Rock Garden Society and is a Vice Chair of Plant Experts for the Philadelphia Flower Show. Free admission; suggested donation of $20. Registration is required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie. Click the link to register.

Visit us on November 14th and 15th to see a “Peek of Perkasie: Transportation.” This display highlights how Perkasie grew as a result ​of the train and trolleys. There will also be an operating train display with Lego buildings. Location: 513 W. Walnut Street, Perkasie, PA

Explore the fascinating history of Pennsylvania German redware pottery, from how the clay was dug and processed, to the role and life of the potter within local culture. Students will start with a prepared slab of red clay with white slip and cut out at least 5 ornament shapes. Then, using the sgraffito method, we’ll scratch through the colored slip for our fraktur designs. Patterns will be provided, based on historic Pennsylvania German redware. Learn how to take traditional images and make them your own through clay. After the workshop, Emily will bisque fire your pieces, cover them in a clear glaze, and fire once more. Ornaments can be picked up 4 weeks after the workshop. Pick up is at the Dewees Tavern at Historic Trappe. All ability levels are welcome, ages 13-100! $70 Member | $75 Non-Member. Registration is required. Location: Dewees Tavern, 301 W. Main St. Trappe, PA. Click the link to register.

Enjoy an exciting stroll through beautiful, historic Nazareth with a knowledgeable tour guide! Experience the fascinating story of Nazareth by learning about the town founders: the Moravians. This walking tour features an overview of the early Moravians, a visit to the oldest Moravian buildings in North America, and stops at important community buildings to explore important crafts, industries, and personalities!​​ In the event that our walking tour is canceled due to inclement weather, we will honor your tickets for future walking tours. Refunds will not be issued.​ Tickets: $12 Adults | Free for MHS Members | Free under 5 years of age. Location: 214 E. Center Street, Nazareth, PA. Click the link for tickets.

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

From ancient Egyptian tomb models to 17th-century Dutch “baby houses,” the instinct to create miniature dioramas of everyday life is as old as time. This program by writer, practicing miniaturist and longtime Barnes Foundation staff member Julie Steiner looks at the way artists from around the world and throughout history have gathered and sorted domestic scenes into house-shaped “collection boxes.” The group will examine the traditions that prefigure the dollhouses in the Kemerer’s collection, and see if that context changes interpretations of what they see on view while looking at the houses. Tickets: $20 Members | $25 Non-Members. Location: Moravian Museum Saal, 66 West Church Street, Bethlehem, PA. Click the link for tickets.

Visit us on November 14th and 15th to see a “Peek of Perkasie: Transportation.” This display highlights how Perkasie grew as a result ​of the train and trolleys. There will also be an operating train display with Lego buildings. Location: 513 W. Walnut Street, Perkasie, PA

Visit our 1807 Helfrich Springs Grist Mill and Museum for a self-guided tour exploring the history of Whitehall Township from the Lenni Lenape Indians, through the Industrial Revolution, and into the modern era. Discover the important contributions this area has made to the development of our nation. Across the street, the 1834 Peter Grim House will also be available for tours. Learn how the family lived during that time period. Free admission. Location: 501/506 Mickley Road, Whitehall, PA 18052

Join the Daniel Boone Homestead Associates for their first annual Wreath Class with Heritage Art and Craft Studio. Discover the art of creating a stunning Williamsburg-inspired wreath, combining herbs with seasonal elements, perfect for enhancing your indoor or outdoor holiday decor. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn to craft a beautiful, aromatic wreath. We will combine fresh, fragrant pine with natural and organic elements, harvested herbs, dried apple slices and ribbon on a 14-inch grapevine wreath. Beyond the wreath creation, participants will also gain knowledge about the process of growing, harvesting, and drying herbs, as well as gathering natural materials. Participants are welcome to follow our example or create their own unique arrangement. All materials are provided. $45 Members | $50 Non-Members. All supplies are included. Registration is required for the workshop, and a form can be obtained by emailing us at thedanielboonehomestead@gmail.com.

History comes to life through the extraordinary sound of the Moravian Historical Society’s 1776 Tannenberg Organ, celebrating its 250th birthday this year alongside the nation’s 250th anniversary. This special concert invites audiences to experience the remarkable voice of one of America’s most historic instruments. The Moravian Historical Society’s Tannenberg organ is one of only nine surviving organs built by David Tannenberg, recognized as one of America’s most important early instrument builders. Originally installed in the Single Brethren’s House in Bethlehem, the organ was played for George Washington when he visited Bethlehem. The program will feature organist Thomas Dressler, who has performed for more than fifty years, frequently on historic instruments, including some of the oldest and most significant organs in the United States. Dressler is a specialist in historic performing practices and studied with Joan Lippincott, and was featured on National Public Radio’s Pipedreams. Tickets: $15 Adults | $10 Members | $5 Students. Seating is limited. Location: 214 E. Center Street, Nazareth, PA. Click the link for tickets.

At the onset of the American Revolution, Dr. Bodo Otto, Sr. (1711-1787) had already been serving patients for forty years. Nevertheless, he embraced a new role at the age of 65, volunteering his services as a surgeon to the Continental Army. Dr. Otto played a critical role in organizing smallpox inoculations for soldiers. Join Bradley Smith for a discussion of Bodo Otto’s extraordinary service and learn about the curious array of Dr. Otto’s surgical tools and personal effects which survive to this day. This program is free thanks to the support of the Institute of Museum & Library Services and available in-person or on Zoom. To register or to receive the link, call 215-679-3103 or email info@schwenkfelder.org. Location: 105 Seminary Street, Pennsburg PA 18073

Here is your chance to see a piece of local history come to life! Watch Lower Macungie Township Historical Society’s The Fries Rebellion Film on the Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN) on select Sundays at 7:00 p.m. This docudrama depicts the 1798-1799 insurrection that occurred primarily in the German-speaking populations in and surrounding the “Lehigh Hills” region of then Northampton, eastern Berks, upper Bucks, and upper Montgomery counties of Pennsylvania. The film was shot locally at historic locations and with the participation of some of our fellow Passport to History partner sites. Click the link to read more about the film.

The Bell Tower Cultural Center is thrilled and honored to welcome Crystal Bowersox for a very special, intimate concert experience. Crystal Bowersox, a northwest Ohio native, has built her world around music. By the age of 10, she was performing in local clubs and venues. On the cusp of 18 and with a curious heart, Crystal moved to Chicago, IL, where she spent her days busking on subway platforms between working odd jobs and attending school. She captured the attention of millions, making it to the finale on Season 9 of American Idol. In 2010, her debut album, “Farmer’s Daughter” was released on Jive Records and she has since released 3 LP’s, two EPs, several singles, and is currently developing a theatrical rock concert titled, “Trauma Queen.” Crystal has recorded and performed alongside several notable names and additionally, has used her voice and talents to benefit several organizations close to her heart. BYOB. Tickets: $25-$30. Location: 2904 Church Road, Bangor, PA. Click the link for tickets.

In this presentation, we follow the life and times of one of history’s most feisty female artists, Elisabeth Le Brun. Born in France in 1755, Le Brun’s talent led her to become one of the royal family’s favorite painters, completing 30 portraits of Marie Antoinette. But as the French Revolution gained strength, this connection to the doomed Queen almost cost Le Brun her own head. Divorced in an age when divorce equalled scandal and supporting herself through her art at a time when men dominated the art world, single mother, Elisabeth Le Brun refused to be subdued or broken. Her strong spirit and determination enabled this most feisty female to not only survive but to thrive. Join us after the presentation, as we celebrate the indomitable Elisabeth Le Brun with a fancy tea (Bell Style) in our lower level. Limited seating. Reservations are required. Tickets: $17.50. Location: 2904 Church Road, Bangor, PA. Click the link for tickets.

What sorts of objects survive from the American Revolution? How does one build a collection of this material? Are there tips on detecting fakes and forgeries? What exciting discoveries are still being made? How do collecting institutions and private individuals contribute to scholarship and public awareness of Revolutionary stories? Dr. Philip Mead, a historian of the American Revolution, former Chief Historian and Curator of the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, and now principal of Mead Americana, will talk about some lessons from his lifetime of collecting this material, both privately and institutionally. Free admission. Location: St. Luke’s Church, 200 W. Main St, Trappe, PA 19426.

Robert Stoneback (1881-1973) overcame significant disadvantages in his early life to become quite possibly the most prominent and influential citizen of Em(m)aus in the first half of the 20th century, and beyond. Please join us as Jim Schwar presents a summary of his life, emphasizing his many achievements but also including some tragic and humorous episodes. Free admission. Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 501 Chestnut Street, Emmaus, PA

Join a group of crafters that meet twice a month at GWHS. We meet from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the first and third Thursday of each month in the meeting room of Monocacy School. Everyone is welcome to attend to work on whatever craft you desire! Bring your project, supplies, a drink and perhaps a snack and prepare for good conversation and a productive two hours. No registration is needed. A $5 donation to the society is requested to defray facility costs. Enjoy! Location: 6600 Jacksonville Rd, Bath PA 18014

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Join the Berks History Center for an immersive, all-day journey through the Philadelphia Campaign of 1777, a pivotal series of events that led to the temporary loss of the American capital but helped shape the foundation of the United States. Led by military historian Mike Harris, this guided tour provides expert commentary while traveling to key sites, including Forts Billingsport, Mercer, and Mifflin, as well as the Red Bank Battlefield. Learn how these forts, along with a chain of chevaux de frise erected shortly after the Declaration of Independence in July 1776, initially blocked British ships from reaching Philadelphia. Explore the dramatic overland campaign that began in June 1777, including the Battles of Brandywine, Paoli, Germantown, Clouds, and Red Bank. Discover how the Continental forces eventually retreated to Valley Forge by December, while British troops under General Sir William Howe spent the winter in Philadelphia. The day includes a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, with entrée selections to be finalized closer to the trip date. Transportation is provided by Elite Coach. Cost: $210/BHC Member | $235/Non-Member. Reservations are required. Click the link for reservations.

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

Pound the anvil and get into the soot with HBMS’s popular Blacksmithing 101 course in the historic 1750 Smithy. Learn from and hone your skills with one of HBMS’s professional blacksmiths using the same tools of the trade that were available in the Colonial days. This course is designed to grow with the learner, building on the skills learned from class to class. For ages 14 and older. Classes start at $125 per student ($115 for HBMS Members) and are held on select dates every month from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m, April through December. Book your beginner’s course today and spark a new passion! Location: 425 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. Click the link to register.

Visit the 19th-century Leesport locktender’s house on Saturday, November 21 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. or Sunday, November 22 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. for a holiday open house. Take a tour and enjoy warm mulled cider and cookies baked on the wood stove. Baked goods, greens, and crafts will also be for sale. Free admission, donations welcome. Location: 27 East Wall Street, Leesport, PA 19533

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

The Society offers free tours of our three historic buildings, grounds, and new museum on the third Saturday of each month, April through November, from 1-3 p.m. No reservations are needed. Knowledgeable guides will discuss the history of each building, Gov. George Wolf, and provide details about items in the museum. The Society is always willing to provide tours to individuals, families, school classes, youth groups, and social organizations at other times. Location: 6600 Jacksonville Rd, Bath, PA

In an age when families often watch entertainment separately, Bell Tower Cultural Center’s Saturday Night at the Movies brings people back together for an evening of shared experiences, meaningful storytelling, and community connection.Presented in cooperation with St. Rocco’s Roman Catholic Church, Martins Creek, this special program serves as a dual fundraising event benefiting both organizations while strengthening the bonds that unite our community. Together, the Bell Tower Cultural Center and St. Rocco’s share a commitment to creating opportunities for fellowship, enrichment, and meaningful connections among people of all ages. Our November feature, The Hail Mary, perfectly captures the spirit of the series. While football provides the backdrop, the film is really about faith, family, redemption, perseverance, and the power of believing in something greater than yourself. Adding to the experience are movie snacks, pre-show music, and an optional light buffet dinner, creating a welcoming atmosphere where guests can relax, connect, and enjoy an evening out together. Tickets: $10-$19.95. Location: 2904 Church Road, Bangor, PA. Click the link for tickets.

It’s a Roaring Speakeasy in classic 1920s style – Welcome to the party! Time travel with Andrea Carlson and her ALL-STAR Love Police band, to Doylestown’s magical and mystical Moravian Tile Works! You’ll be tapping your toes and checking out the dance floor. Dress to the Nines, with a vintage flair. Become a part of this period music, still cherished today, and performed by these fabulous musicians! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. | Showtime 7:00-9:00 p.m. with intermission. Speakeasy cocktails and refreshments will be available. Tickets: $20. Location: 130 E. Swamp Road, Doylestown, PA. Click the link for tickets.

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

Visit the 19th-century Leesport locktender’s house on Saturday, November 21 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. or Sunday, November 22 from 12:00-3:00 p.m. for a holiday open house. Take a tour and enjoy warm mulled cider and cookies baked on the wood stove. Baked goods, greens, and crafts will also be for sale. Free admission, donations welcome. Location: 27 East Wall Street, Leesport, PA 19533

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Larry Roeder will present the program. Hear about the 23-year history of the popular, local music and dance venue and the big names that performed there. A devasting fire doomed the Milford Township, Bucks County entertainment spot. Free admission. Location: Upper Milford Township Building, 5671 Chestnut St., Zionsville, PA 18092

Celebrate Thanksgiving Eve at TileWorks with Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, Danny Paisley & Southern Grass, and Chris Harford & Band of Changes. Join Peter Wroblewski and the TileWorks community for an evening of world-class music, camaraderie, storytelling, and friendship in the Big Room and courtyard. Enjoy a bonfire, cider and craft beer, homemade turkey chili and fixins’. Feel free to bring a side dish or dessert to share. Come meet old friends and make new ones. All proceeds support music at TileWorks. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $40. Location: 130 East Swamp Road, Doylestown, PA. Click the link for tickets.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Everything you need to create a beautiful, fresh holiday door wreath is provided — mixed greens, forms, florist bows to select from, and a variety of cones and other decorations. You MUST bring clippers (not hedge trimmers) and any decorations that you want to add. We provide coffee, tea, and soft drinks for you. Please feel free to bring cookies, snacks or wine for your group. Workshops: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00-4:00 p.m. Cost: $40.00. Registration is required. Call or text 610-905-0007 leave your name, date,time of class, and number of attendees. Please include attendee names. Location: 6600 Jacksonville Rd, Bath, PA. Click the link for registration information.

The Boyertown Area Historical Society proudly presents the 55th Der Belsnickel Craft Show, a nationally recognized juried craft show dedicated to preserving and promoting high-quality traditional and modern crafts. This event supports the educational, historical, genealogical research, and preservation activities of the Boyertown Area Historical Society. Start your holiday shopping with us: find unique, handcrafted items from a variety of artisans. You’ll find gifts for those special people in your life, and you’ll find some treasures for yourself too! Admission: $7 Cash per person | Children 12 years of age and under are free. Location: New Ridge Fellowship North Campus, 3065 North Charlotte Street, Gilbertsville, PA

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the holiday season at Historic Trappe’s Weihnachtsmarkt—German Christmas Market—at the Muhlenberg House. Browse handcrafted goods from traditional artisans including redware, feather trees, ornaments, springerle cookies, and more. Enjoy apple cider and cookies as you shop. All three Historic Trappe museum sites will also be open for tours throughout the weekend. Families can also enjoy seasonal craft activities for kids in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28 and from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 and Sunday, December 6. Crafts will be available on Saturday, December 5 during Candlelight Tours from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Market dates: November 27, 28, 29; December 4, 5, 6: Fridays, Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: The Education Center behind the Muhlenberg House, 201 W. Main St. Trappe, PA

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Did you gobble till you wobble? Work off that big meal by running into the holiday season with your friends and family at Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites’ annual Turkey Trot. Runners, walkers and even the family pup enjoy participating in this fan-favorite event! This 5K course through Bethlehem’s Historic District and the Moravian Church Settlements–Bethlehem World Heritage Site challenges runners and competitive walkers, while a 1.7-mile fun walk and Pet Costume Contest round out the exciting day. Location: Luckenbach Mill, 459 Old York Road, Bethlehem, PA. Click the link for race and registration details.

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

The Boyertown Area Historical Society proudly presents the 55th Der Belsnickel Craft Show, a nationally recognized juried craft show dedicated to preserving and promoting high-quality traditional and modern crafts. This event supports the educational, historical, genealogical research, and preservation activities of the Boyertown Area Historical Society. Start your holiday shopping with us: find unique, handcrafted items from a variety of artisans. You’ll find gifts for those special people in your life, and you’ll find some treasures for yourself too! Admission: $7 Cash per person | Children 12 years of age and under are free. Location: New Ridge Fellowship North Campus, 3065 North Charlotte Street, Gilbertsville, PA

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

The Museum Store will open for extended hours, special sales, and festive treats to celebrate Small Business Saturday. Location: 214 East Center Street, Nazareth, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the holiday season at Historic Trappe’s Weihnachtsmarkt—German Christmas Market—at the Muhlenberg House. Browse handcrafted goods from traditional artisans including redware, feather trees, ornaments, springerle cookies, and more. Enjoy apple cider and cookies as you shop. All three Historic Trappe museum sites will also be open for tours throughout the weekend. Families can also enjoy seasonal craft activities for kids in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28 and from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 and Sunday, December 6. Crafts will be available on Saturday, December 5 during Candlelight Tours from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Market dates: November 27, 28, 29; December 4, 5, 6: Fridays, Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: The Education Center behind the Muhlenberg House, 201 W. Main St. Trappe, PA

Adam Bentz will present an engaging lecture on the Lehigh Valley’s notorious “wide-open” reputation during the 1920s Prohibition Era, exploring how working-class populations in Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton actively defied the Volstead Act. He will detail the massive whiskey stills and urban breweries that thrived in the area despite coordinated state and federal raids, before focusing on a pivotal turning point in Bethlehem. Bentz will reveal how the murder of a local policeman in the city’s South Side red-light district triggered a successful political reform movement, sweeping out organized crime and paving the way for Bethlehem to survive the Great Depression. Included with museum admission. Location: 602 E. 2nd Street, Bethlehem, PA

Everything you need to create a beautiful, fresh holiday door wreath is provided — mixed greens, forms, florist bows to select from, and a variety of cones and other decorations. You MUST bring clippers (not hedge trimmers) and any decorations that you want to add. We provide coffee, tea, and soft drinks for you. Please feel free to bring cookies, snacks or wine for your group. Cost: $40.00. Registration is required. Call or text 610-905-0007 leave your name, date, time of class, and number of attendees. Please include attendee names. Location: 6600 Jacksonville Rd, Bath, PA. Click the link for registration information.

Stop by during the Coopersburg Tree Lighting festivities and see Leaders and Legends of Coopersburg, an exhibit featuring the people who helped establish our town and community services, as well as professional sports people from Coopersburg. Free admission. Location: Town Hall, 5 North Main Street, Coopersburg, PA

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

Kick off your holiday season with some traditional handmade decorations! Participants will make and decorate an evergreen holiday wreath. All supplies including a wire wreath base, floral wire, assorted greens, pinecones, and ribbons are included. Light refreshments are available. You may bring clippers and any other decor you want to add to your wreath. Wine and other snacks BYO. Times: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | 12:30-2:30 p.m. Admission: $40. Registration is required. Location: 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA. Click the link to register.

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the holiday season at Historic Trappe’s Weihnachtsmarkt—German Christmas Market—at the Muhlenberg House. Browse handcrafted goods from traditional artisans including redware, feather trees, ornaments, springerle cookies, and more. Enjoy apple cider and cookies as you shop. All three Historic Trappe museum sites will also be open for tours throughout the weekend. Families can also enjoy seasonal craft activities for kids in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28 and from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 and Sunday, December 6. Crafts will be available on Saturday, December 5 during Candlelight Tours from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Market dates: November 27, 28, 29; December 4, 5, 6: Fridays, Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: The Education Center behind the Muhlenberg House, 201 W. Main St. Trappe, PA

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

The Perkasie Historical Society membership meeting performance for December 1, 2026 is The Pennridge High School Concert Choir. The Pennridge High School Concert Choir is an auditioned ensemble of students who perform collegiate-level repertoire throughout the school and community. With their music-making, they hope to bring artistry, musicianship, and joy to all of those who listen to or see them perform! $15 Dinner. Reservations are required. Location: St. Stephen’s UCC, 110 N. 6th Street, Perkasie. Click the link for reservations.

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

This free, festive, and family friendly evening includes a community sing-a-long, visit from Santa courtesy of Trappe Fire Company No. 1, candy canes donated by Trappe Dairy Queen, cookies and hot cocoa served by local scouts, and the tree lighting. Visit the restored kitchen to see what holiday treats our hearth cook is preparing over the fire. Please bring non-perishable food items or toiletries as a donation for the Daily Bread Community Food Pantry. Free admission. Location: The Speaker’s House, 151 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA 19426. Parking is available across the street at the Trappe Shopping Center.

If you like to knit or want to learn to be better at this art, please join Fiber Guild on the first Wednesday of every month . Meeting times are from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in Kalmbach Barn. Location: 200 Cotton Street, Macungie, PA. Click the link to RSVP.

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the holiday season at Historic Trappe’s Weihnachtsmarkt—German Christmas Market—at the Muhlenberg House. Browse handcrafted goods from traditional artisans including redware, feather trees, ornaments, springerle cookies, and more. Enjoy apple cider and cookies as you shop. All three Historic Trappe museum sites will also be open for tours throughout the weekend. Families can also enjoy seasonal craft activities for kids in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28 and from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 and Sunday, December 6. Crafts will be available on Saturday, December 5 during Candlelight Tours from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Market dates: November 27, 28, 29; December 4, 5, 6: Fridays, Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: The Education Center behind the Muhlenberg House, 201 W. Main St. Trappe, PA

Join us at the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works for an exclusive event designed to let you experience a historic national landmark through a sensory lens. An immersive sensory journey blending architectural awe with deep somatic restoration. Jill and Anastasia invite you to connect with TileWorks through conscious breathing, crystal singing bowls, chimes, and soothing acoustic vibrations. As sound reverberates through the building’s thick foundations, feel the physical resonance of the space move through you—grounding the body, calming the nervous system, and creating a profound sense of rest and connection. Come experience sound, stillness, and the ancient energy of raw earth in a uniquely restorative setting. Tickets: $60. Location: 130 E. Swamp Road, Doylestown, PA. Click the link for tickets.

Gather by the bonfire with friends and family and be transported to a simpler time when the farm family crafted homemade gifts from the heart to adorn the Christmas tree. Feel the tranquility of the live Nativity where the Baby Jesus sleeps in the Virgin Mary’s arms, attended by man and beast. Listen to stories in front of the fireplace in the Grandaddy Cabin. Meet the mythical Belsnickel by hearth-light in the Cellar Kitchen. He’s come before St. Nicholas to warn the naughty and reward the nice. Revel in the warmth of the potbelly stove alight in the one-room schoolhouse and join the sing-along of traditional carols. Marvel at the miniature village scene—the traditional Christmas Putz—in the Victorian parlor. Stroll through the magical Christmas Tree Forest sponsored by Quiet Valley’s Members’ families and local businesses. Chime in to reward the most deserving decorative design. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate or warm cider with homemade cookies to round-out this hour-and-half long journey through the customs of this 19th Century Pennsylvania German farm. Complete one’s Christmas shopping— or get started on it— in Quiet Valley’s Holiday Gift Shop, where unique, handcrafted gifts await, among an array of treasures sure to delight the young and old alike. Advance Admission: $16 Adults | $8 Children ages 3-12 | At the Gate: $18 Adult | $10 Children ages 3-12. Location: 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA. Click the link for tickets.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

This year our annual event held in conjunction with Pennsylvania German Christmas will be Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6. Come revisit all of your traditional favorites: enticing merchandise in the Heritage Shop, craftspeople, basket raffle, rummage sale of holiday décor (and more), and a LEGO® give-away. Stop in Saturday between 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday between 12:00 and 4:00 p.m. to find the perfect holiday gift and get into the holiday spirit. Location: 105 Seminary Street, Pennsburg, PA

On December 5 and 6, come visit for traditional favorites: enticing merchandise in the Heritage Shop, craftspeople, basket raffle, rummage sale of holiday décor (and more), and a LEGO® give-away. Free admission. Location: 105 Seminary Street, Pennsburg PA 18073

Pound the anvil and get into the soot with HBMS’s popular Blacksmithing 101 course in the historic 1750 Smithy. Learn from and hone your skills with one of HBMS’s professional blacksmiths using the same tools of the trade that were available in the Colonial days. This course is designed to grow with the learner, building on the skills learned from class to class. For ages 14 and older. Classes start at $125 per student ($115 for HBMS Members) and are held on select dates every month from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m, April through December. Book your beginner’s course today and spark a new passion! Location: 425 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. Click the link to register.

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the holiday season at Historic Trappe’s Weihnachtsmarkt—German Christmas Market—at the Muhlenberg House. Browse handcrafted goods from traditional artisans including redware, feather trees, ornaments, springerle cookies, and more. Enjoy apple cider and cookies as you shop. All three Historic Trappe museum sites will also be open for tours throughout the weekend. Families can also enjoy seasonal craft activities for kids in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28 and from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 and Sunday, December 6. Crafts will be available on Saturday, December 5 during Candlelight Tours from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Market dates: November 27, 28, 29; December 4, 5, 6: Fridays, Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: The Education Center behind the Muhlenberg House, 201 W. Main St. Trappe, PA

Come celebrate the season! Our annual Holiday Tour event of the historic J. Joseph Henry 1832 House Museum and PA Long Rifle Museum will be decked out in Victorian finery. Experience the magic and cheer of the season as you tour the manor house and property (including the Summer Kitchen and Root Cellar / Smokehouse) where generations of the industrious Henry Family celebrated and honored tradition. Then, cross Henry Road to the PA Long Rifle Museum to see a special display of vintage toys and holiday gifts. Bring your family or friends for a unique experience, and join us in the Craft Center after a self-guided tour to savor some Jacobsburg Brew and Christmas cookies! Location: 402 Henry Rd, Nazareth, PA 18064. Admission is $10.00 per adult. Free admission for JHS Members with membership card, children under 12, active service members, and Scouts in uniform.

We will be making paper decorations inspired by traditional Scandinavian designs. The beauty in these decorations is in their simplicity. As always everyone is encouraged to add their own creative flair. We will be guided by Elvira Woodruff and Deb Mayberry. Projects will include: folk art birds, cookie decorating instruction, and a professional baker demonstration. Watch and learn during a live, step-by-step demonstration by professional baker Kathleen Huber. Registration required. Location: 2904 Church Road, Bangor, PA. Click the link for tickets.

Discover the artistry and traditions of Pennsylvania Dutch culture through this hands-on workshop series at the Sigal Museum. Inspired by the rich folk traditions that have shaped our region for generations, this three-part series invites participants to explore historic crafts while learning about the history, symbolism, and cultural significance of each. During this workshop, guests will learn the delicate art of Scherenschnitte, the Pennsylvania German tradition of decorative paper cutting. Learn about the history of this folk art before designing and creating your own intricate cut-paper piece inspired by traditional patterns and motifs. Attend individual sessions or join us for the entire series to experience the breadth of Pennsylvania Dutch artistic traditions. Pricing: $25 per workshop (free for active NCHGS Members) | All access pass (Admission to all 3 workshops): $70. Held on the first Saturday of each month. Capacity: 15 participants per session | Ages: 13+. Registration is required. Location: 342 Northampton Street, Easton, PA. Click the link to register.

Savor the sights, sounds, and smells of a Pennsylvania German Christmas as you travel back in time on candlelight tours of the Muhlenberg House and the Speaker’s House, where interpreters in authentic period clothing will share stories from the Muhlenberg family in each room. At the Muhlenberg House, chat with Pastor Muhlenberg in his office about the hardships the family faced during the winter of 1776. At the Speaker’s House, explore the newly restored house decorated in splendid style for the holidays. Warm yourself by the kitchen fire and see what treats our hearth cook is preparing. At the Dewees Tavern, the galleries are decorated for Christmas with German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and much more. Don’t miss the festive Weihnachtsmarkt—a German Christmas Market—that will also be open behind the Muhlenberg House from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Kids can also make seasonal crafts in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday and 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. Free admission. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

The “Christmas in Perkasie Display” will coincide with Perkasie Tree Lighting activities from 4:00-8:00 p.m. ​Enjoy an operating train display and rides on the Perkasie Carousel. Location: 513 W. Walnut Street, Perkasie

Gather by the bonfire with friends and family and be transported to a simpler time when the farm family crafted homemade gifts from the heart to adorn the Christmas tree. Feel the tranquility of the live Nativity where the Baby Jesus sleeps in the Virgin Mary’s arms, attended by man and beast. Listen to stories in front of the fireplace in the Grandaddy Cabin. Meet the mythical Belsnickel by hearth-light in the Cellar Kitchen. He’s come before St. Nicholas to warn the naughty and reward the nice. Revel in the warmth of the potbelly stove alight in the one-room schoolhouse and join the sing-along of traditional carols. Marvel at the miniature village scene—the traditional Christmas Putz—in the Victorian parlor. Stroll through the magical Christmas Tree Forest sponsored by Quiet Valley’s Members’ families and local businesses. Chime in to reward the most deserving decorative design. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate or warm cider with homemade cookies to round-out this hour-and-half long journey through the customs of this 19th Century Pennsylvania German farm. Complete one’s Christmas shopping— or get started on it— in Quiet Valley’s Holiday Gift Shop, where unique, handcrafted gifts await, among an array of treasures sure to delight the young and old alike. Advance Admission: $16 Adults | $8 Children ages 3-12 | At the Gate: $18 Adult | $10 Children ages 3-12. Location: 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA. Click the link for tickets.

This beloved annual tradition offers unique handmade gifts created by local artisans for all of your holiday shopping needs. You will also enjoy a selection of homemade food and sweet treats for dining in, gifting, or taking home. The Holiday Shoppe will be open weekends from November 14 through December 6. Saturdays 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | Sundays 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: The Biery House, 8 Race Street, Catasauqua, PA. Use GPS directions for 5 W. Union Street.

The Pearl S. Buck International Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades. Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. The Juried Craft Show is the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. Admission: $5. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

Come celebrate the season! Our annual Holiday Tour event of the historic J. Joseph Henry 1832 House Museum and PA Long Rifle Museum will be decked out in Victorian finery. Experience the magic and cheer of the season as you tour the manor house and property (including the Summer Kitchen and Root Cellar / Smokehouse) where generations of the industrious Henry Family celebrated and honored tradition. Then, cross Henry Road to the PA Long Rifle Museum to see a special display of vintage toys and holiday gifts. Bring your family or friends for a unique experience, and join us in the Craft Center after a self-guided tour to savor some Jacobsburg Brew and Christmas cookies! Location: 402 Henry Rd, Nazareth, PA 18064. Admission is $10.00 per adult. Free admission for JHS Members with membership card, children under 12, active service members, and Scouts in uniform.

This year our annual event held in conjunction with Pennsylvania German Christmas will be Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6. Come revisit all of your traditional favorites: enticing merchandise in the Heritage Shop, craftspeople, basket raffle, rummage sale of holiday décor (and more), and a LEGO® give-away. Stop in Saturday between 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday between 12:00 and 4:00 p.m. to find the perfect holiday gift and get into the holiday spirit. Location: 105 Seminary Street, Pennsburg, PA

On December 5 and 6, come visit for traditional favorites: enticing merchandise in the Heritage Shop, craftspeople, basket raffle, rummage sale of holiday décor (and more), and a LEGO® give-away. Free admission. Location: 105 Seminary Street, Pennsburg PA 18073

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the holiday season at Historic Trappe’s Weihnachtsmarkt—German Christmas Market—at the Muhlenberg House. Browse handcrafted goods from traditional artisans including redware, feather trees, ornaments, springerle cookies, and more. Enjoy apple cider and cookies as you shop. All three Historic Trappe museum sites will also be open for tours throughout the weekend. Families can also enjoy seasonal craft activities for kids in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28 and from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 and Sunday, December 6. Crafts will be available on Saturday, December 5 during Candlelight Tours from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Market dates: November 27, 28, 29; December 4, 5, 6: Fridays, Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: The Education Center behind the Muhlenberg House, 201 W. Main St. Trappe, PA

Savor the sights, sounds, and smells of a Pennsylvania German Christmas as you travel back in time on candlelight tours of the Muhlenberg House and the Speaker’s House, where interpreters in authentic period clothing will share stories from the Muhlenberg family in each room. At the Muhlenberg House, chat with Pastor Muhlenberg in his office about the hardships the family faced during the winter of 1776. At the Speaker’s House, explore the newly restored house decorated in splendid style for the holidays. Warm yourself by the kitchen fire and see what treats our hearth cook is preparing. At the Dewees Tavern, the galleries are decorated for Christmas with German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and much more. Don’t miss the festive Weihnachtsmarkt—a German Christmas Market—that will also be open behind the Muhlenberg House from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Kids can also make seasonal crafts in the Visitor Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday and 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. Free admission. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Join us for a magical holiday celebration of story, creativity, and Christmas traditions inspired by Pearl S. Buck’s beloved story Christmas Miniature. This special event is the perfect way to make those holiday memories with your family, including a puppet show adaptation of Christmas Miniature, cupcake decorating, crafts, photos with Santa, and a tour of Festival of Trees. Tickets: $35 Children ages 2 and older (includes all activities, crafts, and Festival of Trees) | $10 Adults (includes Festival of Trees entry + coffee or hot cocoa) | Free Children 2 and under. Click the link for tickets.

We are excited to welcome award-winning historian and author William “Larry” Kidder. Kidder is the author of multiple books on the Ten Crucial Days campaign and New Jersey’s role in the American Revolution. His work is known for blending military history with the civilian experience. Drawing from his newest book, River of Victory, Kidder examines the multiple crossings of the Delaware River by the Continental Army in December 1776, the army’s encampments in Bucks County, multiple harassment raids against the enemy in New Jersey, and Washington’s decision to attack Trenton. Active members of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park, The Hopewell Museum and/or Hopewell Valley Historical Society are invited to a pre-lecture reception with author Larry Kidder. There is an RSVP checkbox you can select as you register for the event. If you would like to become a member of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park, visit our Become a member webpage. This lecture will be offered in a hybrid format, with both in-person and virtual attendance options available. Free admission. Pre-registration is required for all participants. Location: 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. Click the link to register.

Researchers at Pottsgrove Manor are diligently working on the “Powering Production Project,” a herculean volunteer effort to gather, transcribe, and analyze Potts business papers, scattered across archives and institutions in multiple states. Site supervisor Justin Clement will share this research that provides insight into the private lives of the Potts family. The same records also have revealed information on the free and enslaved African Americans tied to the Potts family and their various ironworks. Location: 105 Seminary StreetPennsburg, PA, 18073

Step back in time and celebrate the season with A Classic Christmas Cavalcade — a live, old-fashioned radio variety show brought to you by the Spirit of the Airwaves Players (S.O.A.P)! Experience the golden age of radio just as audiences did in the 1940s, complete with live actors, vintage microphones, and authentic sound effects created right before your very ears. This festive show recreates the magic that once captivated families gathered around the radio. We’ve got a full lineup of holiday classics with a few comical, seasonal twists. Gather your friends and family for this one-of-a-kind holiday experience that proves some traditions never go out of style. Admission: $5 for BHC Members or $10 for Future Members. Location: 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA. Off-street parking is available in the Berks History Center’s parking lot at 160 Spring Street, Reading, PA 19601. Click the link for tickets.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

The Bell Tower Cultural Center warmly invites our friends, fans, and community to gather for a joyful evening of holiday music, friendship, cheer, beautiful decorations, & some of the best baked Goodies that you will get for the Holidays at our Annual Christmas Holiday Program! Come enjoy the beautiful sounds of the Easton Area High School Strings, filling the hall with timeless classics bringing a heartwarming touch to the season. Join us as the Bell Tower glows with festive spirit — a night of music, laughter, and togetherness that captures the magic of the holidays. Tickets: $25. Registration is required. Location: 2904 Church Road, Bangor, PA. Click the link for tickets.

Gather by the bonfire with friends and family and be transported to a simpler time when the farm family crafted homemade gifts from the heart to adorn the Christmas tree. Feel the tranquility of the live Nativity where the Baby Jesus sleeps in the Virgin Mary’s arms, attended by man and beast. Listen to stories in front of the fireplace in the Grandaddy Cabin. Meet the mythical Belsnickel by hearth-light in the Cellar Kitchen. He’s come before St. Nicholas to warn the naughty and reward the nice. Revel in the warmth of the potbelly stove alight in the one-room schoolhouse and join the sing-along of traditional carols. Marvel at the miniature village scene—the traditional Christmas Putz—in the Victorian parlor. Stroll through the magical Christmas Tree Forest sponsored by Quiet Valley’s Members’ families and local businesses. Chime in to reward the most deserving decorative design. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate or warm cider with homemade cookies to round-out this hour-and-half long journey through the customs of this 19th Century Pennsylvania German farm. Complete one’s Christmas shopping— or get started on it— in Quiet Valley’s Holiday Gift Shop, where unique, handcrafted gifts await, among an array of treasures sure to delight the young and old alike. Advance Admission: $16 Adults | $8 Children ages 3-12 | At the Gate: $18 Adult | $10 Children ages 3-12. Location: 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA. Click the link for tickets.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Step back to July 8, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was read aloud at the very same time in Easton, Trenton, and Philadelphia —a bold and dangerous act of treason against the King of England. But why were these three cities chosen for such a world-changing moment, and how did their citizens react? Join our expert interpreters as we uncover the drama and intrigue behind America’s founding. Guests will begin their day at the Sigal Museum where they will be greeted with an exclusive tour of the “Read This! The History of Media in Northampton County” exhibition. Then, they will hop on a comfortable motorcoach to explore Trenton and Philadelphia. This fascinating journey includes a drive by all three original reading sites, as well as visits to historic treasures like Washington Crossing Historic Park, the 1719 William Trent House, and Christ Church Philadelphia. At each stop, you’ll enjoy a private guided tour and exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences that bring the Revolutionary era to life. We know how the story ends—with the birth of a nation—but now you can walk (and ride) in the footsteps of those who lived it. Tours are scheduled for the second Saturday of the month from November 2025 through December 2026. Tickets: $250 per person | 20% discount for members (includes lunch at the historic Washington Crossing Inn). Reservations are required. Click the link for more information and tickets.

Christmas in Nazareth is a town-wide celebration, which takes place at various locations in Nazareth. The Moravian Historical Society will feature FREE family-friendly activities, including:​ Holiday market with local artisans; ​food trucks; free crafts for kids; annual putz display; Historic Nazareth Walking Tours, and Music in the Museum. Location: 214 E. Center Street, Nazareth, PA ​​

Christmas in Nazareth is a town-wide celebration, which takes place at various locations in Nazareth. The Moravian Historical Society will feature FREE family-friendly activities, including:​ Holiday market with local artisans​, food trucks, free activities for kids, Historic Nazareth Walking Tours, music in the Museum. Location: 214 East Center Street, Nazareth, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

SOLD OUT – JOIN THE WAIT LIST. Savor the sights, sounds, and smells of a colonial kitchen at Christmas! Join hearth cook Becky Manley to make traditional Pennsylvania German gingerbread, springerle, and other various seasonal treats using historic recipes and period-style tools. Learn about the origins of these festive treats, then sample your baked creations. There will be a break for lunch. Please bring your own. Cost: $75 Non-Member. $70 Member. Advanced tickets required. This workshop is limited to 8 people. Location: The Speaker’s House, 151 W. Main St., Trappe, PA 19426. Click the link to join the wait list.

Join us on December 12 for an engaging experience at the Berks History Center’s December Second Saturday program. PA Dutch Humorist Keith Brintzenhoff returns to the BHC as Professor Schnitzel’s long lost cousin, Dr. Witzelsucht, to entertain and enlighten all with “earthy” humor! Light refreshments will be available at 9:30 a.m. Tickets cost $5 for BHC Members and $10 for Non-Members, which includes museum admission. Location: 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA. Off-street parking is available in the BHC’s parking lot, located at 160 Spring Street, Reading, PA 19601. Inclement weather date is December 19. Click the link for tickets.

Be our guest at the Community Holiday Party which features complimentary tours of the Festival of Trees, live holiday music, kids’ crafts, and a visit from Santa! This annual event carries on the historic tradition of Pearl S. Buck’s holiday party for the community. Free admission. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA

Gather by the bonfire with friends and family and be transported to a simpler time when the farm family crafted homemade gifts from the heart to adorn the Christmas tree. Feel the tranquility of the live Nativity where the Baby Jesus sleeps in the Virgin Mary’s arms, attended by man and beast. Listen to stories in front of the fireplace in the Grandaddy Cabin. Meet the mythical Belsnickel by hearth-light in the Cellar Kitchen. He’s come before St. Nicholas to warn the naughty and reward the nice. Revel in the warmth of the potbelly stove alight in the one-room schoolhouse and join the sing-along of traditional carols. Marvel at the miniature village scene—the traditional Christmas Putz—in the Victorian parlor. Stroll through the magical Christmas Tree Forest sponsored by Quiet Valley’s Members’ families and local businesses. Chime in to reward the most deserving decorative design. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate or warm cider with homemade cookies to round-out this hour-and-half long journey through the customs of this 19th Century Pennsylvania German farm. Complete one’s Christmas shopping— or get started on it— in Quiet Valley’s Holiday Gift Shop, where unique, handcrafted gifts await, among an array of treasures sure to delight the young and old alike. Advance Admission: $16 Adults | $8 Children ages 3-12 | At the Gate: $18 Adult | $10 Children ages 3-12. Location: 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA. Click the link for tickets.

Join us for a festive day at the Berks History Center’s Holiday Craft Boutique and Open House on Sunday, December 14th, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM! This special event offers FREE admission to the BHC’s museum, where you can explore the rich history of Berks County while enjoying a unique shopping experience. Talented craft vendors will be stationed throughout the museum, offering an array of handmade goods perfect for holiday gifts or personal treasures. Wander through the museum’s exhibits and discover one-of-a-kind items, from exquisite jewelry and beautiful home décor to cozy knitwear and artisanal treats. Each vendor has been carefully selected to ensure a diverse and high-quality selection of products. This is a wonderful opportunity to support local artisans and find that special something for everyone on your holiday list. *Note: This event runs in conjunction with the Centre Park Historic District’s Christmas House Tour. Locationn: 940 Centre Avenue, Reading, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Visit our 1807 Helfrich Springs Grist Mill and Museum for a self-guided tour exploring the history of Whitehall Township from the Lenni Lenape Indians, through the Industrial Revolution, and into the modern era. Discover the important contributions this area has made to the development of our nation. Across the street, the 1834 Peter Grim House will also be available for tours. Learn how the family lived during that time period. Free admission. Location: 501/506 Mickley Road, Whitehall, PA 18052

Join the Pearl S. Buck House and Mark Bryan Designs for a holiday centerpiece class and tour the Festival of Trees! Class begins at 1:00pm in the Welcome Center conference Room. Following the class, you will go on a tour of the Pearl S. Buck House Festival of Trees. Fee: $80. The ticket price includes the tour and all class supplies. Registration is required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to register.

The Governor Wolf Historical Society’s annual Candlelight Concert will take place in the beautiful Wolf Academy. Tickets will be on sale at the GWHS campus during our Holiday History Fest on Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6. Price is $15 for Society members and $20 for non-members. Reservations can be made by emailing gwhs1958@gmail.com or calling 610.737.3000. Location: 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath, PA

We hope that you will find the time to stop in at the Helfrich Springs Grist Mill and say hello, tour our facilities, and enjoy some light refreshments as we celebrate the Christmas season. Visit our 1807 Helfrich Springs Grist Mill and Museum for a self-guided tour exploring the history of Whitehall Township. From the Lenni Lenape Indians, through the Industrial Revolution, and into the modern era. Discover the important contributions this area has made to the development of our nation. Across the street, the 1834 Peter Grim House will also be available for tours. Learn how the miller’s family lived during that time period. FREE admission. Location: Helfrich Springs Grist Mill, 501 Mickley Rd. Whitehall, PA 18052

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26, 1776 through January 3, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton, Princeton and areas in-between. Historical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local, strategically important central New Jersey towns, villages, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker, Presbyterian, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. Hear how the terrain, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape, while the course of human history hung in the balance. The next public bus tours will be offered on December 18, 2026, and January 2, 15, and 30, 2027. Cost is $165 per person and includes bus fare, boxed lunch, and donations to the sites we will visit. Registratin is required. Location: 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. Click the link for tickets.

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Pound the anvil and get into the soot with HBMS’s popular Blacksmithing 101 course in the historic 1750 Smithy. Learn from and hone your skills with one of HBMS’s professional blacksmiths using the same tools of the trade that were available in the Colonial days. This course is designed to grow with the learner, building on the skills learned from class to class. For ages 14 and older. Classes start at $125 per student ($115 for HBMS Members) and are held on select dates every month from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m, April through December. Book your beginner’s course today and spark a new passion! Location: 425 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018. Click the link to register.

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Here is your chance to see a piece of local history come to life! Watch Lower Macungie Township Historical Society’s The Fries Rebellion Film on the Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN) on select Sundays at 7:00 p.m. This docudrama depicts the 1798-1799 insurrection that occurred primarily in the German-speaking populations in and surrounding the “Lehigh Hills” region of then Northampton, eastern Berks, upper Bucks, and upper Montgomery counties of Pennsylvania. The film was shot locally at historic locations and with the participation of some of our fellow Passport to History partner sites. Click the link to read more about the film.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Each December, thousands of visitors gather along the banks of the Delaware River to commemorate General George Washington’s daring crossing on Christmas Night 1776. In 2026, we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Crossing, a pivotal moment in the Ten Crucial Days and the American Revolution. Several hundred reenactors in Continental military dress gather along the Delaware River, hear General Washington address the troops, and prepare to board replica Durham boats for the journey across the river into New Jersey. Admission is free but attendance is capped for 2026. Registration is required. Location: 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. Click the link to register.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

Join us as we light the Kinara for the first night of Kwanzaa. Enjoy live music and cultural performances by Eleve’ Dance Theater, Queen Blizzy, and Jerome Hunter. Attendees will also be able to partake in a free Unity drink and Karamu Feast! Location: Courthouse Square, Stroudsburg, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

This year we’re celebrating 50 years of Festival of Trees! Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by the best local artists, decorators, organizations and community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Visitors have the opportunity to vote for their favorite display. Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Our always popular evening Candlelight Tours will also be offered on limited dates. Life and Legacy Tour: $18 Adult; $15 Senior (62+); $10 Student | Décor Tour: $10 per person. Ticket purchase and reservation required. Location: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA. Click the link to reserve your tour time or call 215-249-0100 x110.

The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26, 1776 through January 3, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton, Princeton and areas in-between. Historical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local, strategically important central New Jersey towns, villages, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker, Presbyterian, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. Hear how the terrain, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape, while the course of human history hung in the balance. The next public bus tours will be offered on December 18, 2026, and January 2, 15, and 30, 2027. Cost is $165 per person and includes bus fare, boxed lunch, and donations to the sites we will visit. Registratin is required. Location: 1112 River Road, Washington Crossing, PA. Click the link for tickets.

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season at Historic Trappe with our Pennsylvania German Christmas tours and holiday shopping! All three historic sites are decked out in festive 18th-century style. At the Dewees Tavern, explore intricate German Erzgebirge woodcarvings, a towering Moravian Christmas pyramid, antique Noah’s arks, and more enchanting holiday displays that capture the spirit of a Pennsylvania German Christmas. At the Muhlenberg House, discover what Christmas was like for families on the home front during the Revolutionary War. And for the first time ever, the newly restored Speaker’s House will also be open for Christmas, decorated in splendid style and offering a special glimpse of an 18th-century Christmas celebration. Before you leave, stop by our museum stores — perfect for holiday shopping! Find springerle cookies, redware pottery, fraktur, handcrafted ornaments, feather trees, Moravian stars, and many other unique gifts inspired by local traditions. Christmas tours and holiday shopping are available Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. Location: 301 W. Main Street, Trappe, PA