1. 1758 Sun InnBuilt in 1758 by the Moravians, the Sun Inn was well known in Colonial times for its excellent food, hospitality, and comfortable accommodations. Many dignitaries of the era traveled to Bethlehem to stay and dine at the inn, including Founding Fathers George Washington and his wife Martha, Alexander Hamilton, and John and Abigail Adams. Several […]
2. 1803 HouseStep inside and go back in time to the early 1800s after the Moravians settled in Emmaus. From the moment you walk through the door of the 1803 House, you can almost feel what it was like in Emmaus at the beginning of the 19th century. Close the door behind you and look around the […]
3. Alburtis Lock Ridge Historical SocietyOur historical society preserves the heritage of the towns of Alburtis, Lock Ridge, and surrounding areas that were once centers of industry and home to the Thomas Iron Company, Lock Ridge Furnace, key iron ore mines, and a local railroad hub. The society is headquartered in the Memorial Presbyterian Church at the corner of Church […]
4. Antoine Dutot Museum & GalleryThe Antoine Dutot Museum & Gallery is a museum and fine art gallery housed in a charming brick school house (circa 1850). We present the fascinating history of Delaware Water Gap, PA, sponsor historical lectures, and art shows showcasing regional artists.
5. Asbury Grist Mill / Musconetcong Watershed AssociationThe Asbury Grist Mill forms much of the early industrial character of the Franklin Township, Village of Asbury. Since the mill’s construction along the Musconetcong River circa 1865-1867 as a grist mill, the building has characterized the early industrial might of New Jersey with its use of water wheel, and later, turbine to power the […]
6. Atlas Cement Company Memorial MuseumThe Atlas Cement Company Memorial Museum traces the development of the Atlas Portland Cement Company and the greater Northampton, PA community. The museum honors and preserves the heritage of a legendary cement plant that employed more than 5,000 workers and quickly became the largest cement plants in the world, contributing to the building of the […]
7. Berks History CenterFounded as The Historical Society of Berks County in 1869, the Berks History Center showcases the unique history and diverse cultural heritage of Berks County through a vast collection of objects, paintings, books, photographs and historical records. The Berks History Center is the official county historical society of Berks County and is one of the […]
8. Boyertown Museum of Historic VehiclesOver 90 vehicles built in Pennsylvania on display—everything from carriages and bicycles to cars and trucks. Also part of our exhibits are a 1921 Sun Oil gas station and a 1938 diner. The Museum is housed in a former factory building of the Boyertown Auto Body Works, which built commercial truck bodies from 1926 until […]
9. Daniel Boone Homestead / The Daniel Boone Homestead AssociatesThe Daniel Boone Homestead, site of the pioneer’s birth offers a unique glimpse of early Pennsylvania settlement. Housed on 579 acres of land, the site has six historic structures, walking trails, and a lake. We offer a variety of educational programs, including tours of the historic buildings and eighteenth-century hands-on activities interpreting the lives of […]
10. Forks Township Historical SocietyThe Society was founded by a group of historically minded citizens in April 2002 with the purpose of assembling items of historical significance regarding the township. Over the past years the Society has compiled substantial amounts of historical information from the incorporation of Forks Township in 1754 to the present day. Forks was primarily an […]
11. George Taylor HouseThe George Taylor House is located at 35 South Front Street in Catasauqua, PA. The building was built in 1768 by Philadelphia Carpenters for George Taylor, one of the 56 signers of the American Declaration of Independence. Situated on five acres in a park-like setting overlooking the historic Lehigh River Canal, the George Taylor House […]
12. Governor Wolf Historical SocietyAs part of the early Scots-Irish Settlement, in now “East” Allen Township, our 3 ½ acre site consists of three early buildings. Purchased in 1958, the 1785 Wolf Academy is a one room limestone structure built as a school of higher learning for the young men of the area. Our namesake, George Wolf, grew up […]
13. Hellertown Historical SocietyThe Hellertown Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of Hellertown, Pennsylvania and its people. Visit the beautiful grounds to experience over 30 acres of Hellertown’s historical Heller-Wagner Grist Mill tract and its buildings. The grounds adjoin the Saucon Rail Trail and offer a welcome spot for relaxation, touring, and refreshment. Ponds, […]
14. Historic Catasauqua Preservation AssociationHCPA traces its beginnings to 1983 when a small group of residents banded together to prepare applications for the establishment of two national historic districts in the Borough of Catasauqua (Lehigh County, Pennsylvania); the Biery’s Port Historic District and the Mansion District. Since then, HCPA has worked to revive and maintain the towpath along the […]
15. Historic Easton CemeteryEaston Cemetery was opened in 1849 at a time when cemeteries in America provided recreational opportunities as well as sites for burials. Families would picnic at the grave of a loved one. This activity became so popular that one had to obtain a ticket for entry and people in horse and buggies were lined up […]
16. Historic SugartownAlong Sugartown Road in Malvern stands the remarkably intact and lovingly restored, 19th-century village of Sugartown. In the early 1800s, with the American Revolution behind them, Sugartown’s early residents established a school, general store, businesses and meeting places, creating a vibrant crossroads that provided goods and services to its surrounding farming community. The village was […]
17. Historic TrappeHistoric Trappe has three historic properties open for tours. Our Center for Pennsylvania German Studies, located in the Dewees Tavern, has five exhibit galleries featuring a wide variety of furniture, fraktur, textiles, and other objects as well as a research library and archives. The Muhlenberg House interprets the families of Lutheran pastor Henry Muhlenberg and […]
18. Horner's Cemetery Historical SocietyHorner’s is noted as being the oldest cemetery in Northampton County. The land Horner’s Cemetery lies on was part of Craig’s Scotch- Irish Settlement, a group of Ulster immigrants who arrived in Philadelphia and settled in Northampton County in 1728 – years before the Moravians settled in Nazareth and Bethlehem. While the newly settled community […]
19. Jacobsburg Historical SocietyVisitors to Boulton, the Henry family estate on the Bushkill Creek, can spend a few hours or a full day touring the many buildings on the site, all managed by the Jacobsburg Historical Society. They can visit the historic Henry Homestead, now the internationally-known Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum. The PLRM features a substantial collection of original, […]
20. John Updike Childhood Home / The John Updike SocietyJohn Updike, a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and one of America’s greatest writers, lived here from “age zero to thirteen” and famously said it was where his “artistic eggs were hatched.” The house itself is architecturally and historically important. Built in 1884 by Shillington namesake Samuel Shilling for his son, Howard, the house was restored […]
21. Knauss HomesteadThe Knauss Homestead house was built in 1777 for Sebastian Knauss – one of the Founding Fathers. He donated land to the Emmaus Moravian Church for the establishment of our community. Join us for Old Fashioned Christmas in Emmaus, bingo, festivals and tours.
22. Kutztown Area Historical SocietyThe museum contains artifacts and photos of the Kutztown area, including Native American artifacts, Keith Haring original drawings, Pennsylvania long rifles, textiles, and more. Our non-circulating library features books and periodicals relevant to Kutztown, Pennsylvania, and the Pennsylvania Dutch culture. The model train display is a holiday tradition for many families. The annual holiday festival […]
23. Leesport Lock House FoundationThe Lock House property includes a locktender’s house built around 1840 by the Schuylkill Navigation Company. The house is furnished to represent the time period between 1890 and 1910. The property also includes part of the canal lock. Museum room includes historic artifacts and history of the Schuylkill Navigation Company. The house has been placed […]
24. Lehigh County Historical SocietyThe Lehigh County Historical Society is one of the largest historical societies in America. Our 30,000- square-foot headquarters museum, the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum, is a state-of-the-art climate-controlled facility that houses one of the finest historical research libraries in the state of Pennsylvania. The Heritage Museum includes 6 galleries with more than 13,000 square feet […]
25. Lehigh Valley 250From the steps of the courthouse, Robert Levers voice rang out on July 8, 1776 as residents gathered in Easton’s Centre Square were among the first to hear the words of the recently inscribed Declaration of Independence, which proclaimed them part of a new and democratic country. The occasion of the 250th anniversary of the […]
26. Lenape Nation of PennsylvaniaThe Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to increasing awareness of Lenape history and culture. Created to join together the members of the Lenape Nation and anyone else interested in continuing the development of the language and culture of the Lenape people, the Lenape Nation is active in the revival of […]
27. Longswamp Township Historical SocietyLongswamp Township Historical Society is a non-profit organization formed to preserve & collect the history of Longswamp Township. Our organization offers a number of programs and events, almost all of which are unrelated to our museum space, as parking at our location is limited and the building is not ADA-accessible. A list of planned programs […]
28. Lower Saucon Township Historical Society: Lutz-Franklin SchoolhouseVisitors can step back in time to experience the learning environment of students who attended the one-room schoolhouse during the years 1930-1958. Artifacts and documents, including textbooks, maps, and photographs, allow visitors to develop a chronology of the schoolhouse and to construct a timeline that reveals changes that occurred in education in Pennsylvania. From 1880 […]
29. Monroe County Historical AssociationThe Stroud Mansion was built in 1795 by Jacob Stroud, founder of Stroudsburg and a Revolutionary War colonel, as a home for John, his eldest son. Located at the corner of Main and 9th Streets in downtown Stroudsburg, the historic home serves as the headquarters of the Monroe County Historical Association. The Stroud Mansion museum […]
30. Moravian Historical SocietyThe Moravian Historical Society has preserved the story of Moravian history, architecture, art, music, and culture since 1857. Located on the historic Ephrata Tract in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, we maintain the 1740/1743 Whitefield House and the 1740 Gray Cottage, the oldest surviving Moravian structure in North America. We care for 20,000 objects, photographs, and documents and […]
31. National Canal MuseumThe National Canal Museum is dedicated to telling the story of America’s historic towpath canals with a specific focus on the Lehigh and Delaware Canals that carried anthracite coal from the mines in Northeastern PA to markets in the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia, and beyond. The museum interprets the history and culture of canals, as well […]
32. National Museum of Industrial HistoryThe National Museum of Industrial History is located on the SteelStacks campus on the former Bethlehem Steel site. The museum houses over 200 artifacts from across the world, telling the tale of America’s industrial might and the evolution of industry over time. Fun for all ages, the exhibits include interactives like a virtual hot air […]
33. No.9 Coal Mine and MuseumVisit No.9 Coal Mine and Museum and experience an anthracite coal mining museum and underground coal mine tour. Visitors can enjoy a self guided tour of the museum housed in the No. 9 Mine’s original Wash Shanty. See exhibits detailing the lives of the miners who built the Anthracite coal region. Tourists will experience a […]
34. Northampton Area Historical SocietyThe Northampton Area Historical Society was founded in 1977 by a group of Northampton residents interested in preserving the history of Northampton Borough. The Northampton Area Historical Society since its inception has been responsible for the restoration and maintenance of the historical Siegfried Station. The Society also operates a museum at the site containing documents and […]
35. Northampton County Historical and Genealogical SocietyNorthampton County Historical and Genealogical Society (NCHGS) has been a gathering place to explore art, culture, and American history made in Northampton County since 1906. Guests are invited to visit our sites to enjoy family-friendly activities, programs, exhibitions, events, and summer history camp. Private docent- led tours, free or discounted tours for schools and groups, […]
36. Parsons-Taylor HouseThe Parsons-Taylor House was built in 1757 by Surveyor-General William Parsons and was later rented by George Taylor until his death in 1781. Taylor is noted as one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, a member of the Continental Congress, and an ironmaster who aided in the American Revolutionary War effort. The house, […]
37. Pearl S. Buck House National Historic Landmark Museum & Historic SitePearl S. Buck International, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization located near Philadelphia in upper Bucks County, PA, carries on Pearl S. Buck’s legacy of bridging cultures and changing lives through humanitarian aid, intercultural education, and historical tours of the Pearl S. Buck House, a National Historic Landmark museum. Pearl S. Buck was a writer, activist, and […]
38. Quakertown Historical SocietyThe Quakertown Historical Society is an all-volunteer organization comprised of a diverse group of individuals from the community. The organization is led by a volunteer Board of Directors who chair multiple committees that work to preserve the Borough’s rich heritage. Visitors can see town history exhibits in the Upper Bucks Visitor Center at the Marketplace […]
39. Quiet Valley Living Historical FarmQuiet Valley Living Historical Farm is a living history continuing use family farm, dedicated to the education and preservation of 19th century Pennsylvania agrarian life. Farm staff recreate rural life through demonstrations, tours, workshops, special events and educational programs. Typical farm animals, out buildings and gardens complete the experience. Guests are invited to stroll the […]
40. Reading Railroad Heritage MuseumThe Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is the educational and interpretive center for the extensive collections of the Reading Company Technical and Historical Society. Displays, video, hands-on experiences, and events illustrate the impact of the Reading Railroad on southeastern Pennsylvania and beyond from its beginning in 1833 until the end of its era in 1976. The […]
41. Roseberry Homestead / Phillipsburg Area Historical SocietyThe Roseberry Homestead is an 18th-century Georgian-style manor with a restored 19th-century kitchen. Artifacts found on site are displayed inside the house. Stenciling on parlor walls are special to the house. The house is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. The Rosebery Homestead is maintained by the Phillipsburg Historical Society.
42. Ross Township Historical SocietyThe Ross Township Historical Society is a group of people with a heart for history and this community. We are currently at work planning events for the community, taking on preservation projects and collecting display items. We are located within the former Ross Township municipal building.
43. Saucon Valley Conservancy / Heller HomesteadThe mission of the Saucon Valley Conservancy is to preserve the historic and natural environment of the Saucon Valley as an educational and recreational resource for area citizens and visitors. The major stewardship of the Conservancy is the Michael Heller Homestead and the Saucon Creek corridor. The Heller Homestead (Michael & Margaret Heller House) located just off […]
44. Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage CenterVisitors to the Schwenkfelder Library and Heritage Center in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania discover what life was like for those who settled the Upper Perkiomen Valley through viewing exhibits, participating in programs, and conducting their own research in the library. The museum exhibits both tell the stories of the Schwenkfelders, a Protestant group who came to southeastern […]
45. Shelter House SocietyShelter House is a historic home located at Emmaus, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, believed to be the oldest continuously occupied structure in the Lehigh Valley, as well as the oldest building in Emmaus. Hours by appointment only.
46. Slate Belt Heritage CenterThe Slate Belt Heritage Center collects, preserves, interprets, and presents the history, culture, and industry of the slate region of Pennsylvania. The Heritage Center invites you to journey to hometown America. Experience the warmth of an Italian kitchen, the comfort of a Cornish parlor, the craft of Welsh artisans, and the community pride in our […]
47. TileWorks of Bucks CountyBetween 1911 and 1912, Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930) built the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works to “master the potter’s art and establish pottery under personal control.” The success of the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works rested on Mercer’s pure genius. With a small capital investment, relatively inexpensive operating costs, and an ability to produce a […]
48. Upper Milford Historical SocietyUpper Milford is the oldest Township in Lehigh County. Founded in 2006 as an idea, the UMHS is now a growing collection of archives and artifacts of the Villages of Upper Milford Township. Visitors to the archive can research the history of properties and families, discover the history of past and current farms and businesses, […]
49. Washington Crossing Historic ParkToday the 500-acre park is managed by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and operated through partnership with The Friends of Washington Crossing Park. Each year the park hosts thousands of visitors, from local schoolchildren to visitors from around the world, who come to see the point from which a battered and dispirited […]
50. Weatherly Area MuseumThe Weatherly Area Museum showcases the story of how the town was founded and the businesses and industries that helped shape it over the years. Artifacts, photography, and historical memorabilia are on display. The museum was founded in 2012 to showcase John “Jack” Koehler’s extensive collection of Weatherly and Lehigh Valley Railroad artifacts, and business […]
51. Weisenberg-Lowhill Township Historical SocietyWeisenberg-Lowhill Township Historical Society promotes the discovery, collection, preservation, archive, display, interpretations and publication of the history, historical records, culture, landmarks, artifacts, memorabilia, and data of, and relating to Weisenberg and Lowhill Townships and their surrounding areas. Visit the society, located in the former Werleys Corner Hotel, in New Tripoli, to see clothing, furniture, photographs, […]
52. Whitehall Historical Preservation SocietyBuilt by Peter Grim in 1807, the Helfrich Springs Grist Mill was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. The Whitehall Historical Preservation Society began preservation of the mill in 1984. It has become the hub for our monthly speaker programs and special events, while standing as a museum of Whitehall Township’s […]