African American History Month Celebration
In celebration of African American History Month Pennsbury Manor is proud to Partner with Shirley Lee Corsey to present Harriet Tubman – Live! “Harriet” will speak to her audience about her early life on the Maryland plantation where she was born and enslaved, her escape from slavery up to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and beyond to freedom! […]
Charter Day
Celebrate Pennsylvania’s birthday with us! All the activities are free but please bring along a non-perishable food item for our food drive.
April Fools Tour
In the spirit of the day join the staff as we tell fun stories that may or not be true! Reservations are required.
April Fools Tour
In the spirit of the day join the staff as we tell fun stories that may or not be true! Reservations are required.
Historic Trade Demonstrations
Come and witness some of the trades and crafts that were done at Pennsbury Manor during the 17th Century. Our blacksmiths, joyners and spinners will be eager to talk to you about their work and its importance during Penn’s time.
Homeschool Day
Designed with family learning in mind, Homeschool Day offers interactive and hands-on activities for learners of all ages. Advance registration is preferred. Admission is $9 per person (age 4+), with one adult FREE per family group (Please note: this special program is not included in a Pennsbury Manor membership) Email our Education Program Coordinator Kerry […]
Nathan Young Exhibit Opening
nkwiluntamen: I Long for It, experience this sound art installation by Delaware Tribe member Nathan Young. Inspired by the Delaware saying, “Our songs come from the wind”, Young’s work fosters a deeper understanding of the tribe’s heritage and ancestral homeland, Lenapehoking (known now as the Mid-Atlantic US) through sounds of wind, water, and wildlife.
Open Hearth Cooking: The Bake Oven
The cooks will fire the bake oven to demonstrate the weekly baking of bread and more.
Beer Brewing & Garden Highlights
The brewing of beer as well as maintaining a garden were critical to the lives of those living at Pennsbury Manor. Explore and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the recipes and plants that fed the early residents of Pennsylvania.