Art in the Garden: Plein Air Painting Workshop
Outdoor art for all skill levels. Take a tour of Pennsbury’s gardens and grounds, then settle into your favorite spot and paint. Materials provided. Registration required $35/non-members $30/members.
Animals at Pennsbury
Meet the furry, fuzzy, and feathered inhabitants at Pennsbury, and discover the important role their 17th century predecessors played in daily life.
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.
Living History Theater
As the Lady of the Manor, Hannah Penn tended to everyone when they were sick, including her husband. Come and talk with Hannah and the people at Pennsbury about their experiences being ill and the remedies that where available.
Open-Hearth Cooking: White Meats (Cheese and Butter)
The grass is green, and the cows are being milked. The cooks will demonstrate 17th Century receipts (recipes) using dairy products.
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.
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.
Living History Theater
In an age when the mortality rate was high, what happened when children lost their parents? Join us as we convene an Orphan’s Court and discover some of the heartbreaking tales.
Art in the Garden: Botanical Drawing Workshop
Outdoor art for all skill levels. This guided drawing workshop will focus on plants in the kitchen garden. Materials provided. Registration required $35/non-members $30/members.