The Receipts of Gulielma Penn - The receipt (recipe) book of William Penn's first wife ws copied by hand and brought to this country by her son. Each cook will prepare a receipt from this manuscript. 

"From Forest to Furniture"Finishing Up - Pennsbury's Joyners demonstrate various period finish techniques and place a finish on their projects.

Are your ready for spring? Stop by and get prepared by learning about spring tonics, cures for allergies, and other medicinal remedies used in the 17th Century.

Brewing beer and making bread were closely intertwined tasks in colonial Pennsylvania. Visit the brewers as they work on a German March Beer and stop by the kitchen as the cooks bake some tempting breads.

Come say hello to our animal residents as they eagerly await the spring season.

It's Spring 1700, and the Penn family is finally arriving to take up residence at Pennsbury Manor! Join the estate's servants as they hurry to make ready and welcome the family to their new home.

Furniture and Housewares in the 17th Century - Watch as our Blacksmith and Joyners demonstrate how the furnishings and accessories for a 17th century home would be crafted. Joyners will be showcasing a Joynt Stool.

Enjoy a memorable day with your family - celebrate Mother’s Day at Pennsbury Manor! Come out and see the role players as they talk about  marriage, discipline, care of the children…all were important matters of discussion at the regular monthly meeting of Quaker women. Stop by and watch as our sheep get their winter coats […]

Meet the Craftsmen - Stop by our Joyner and Blacksmith Shops to watch them work and learn about the lives of Pennsbury's 17th century craftsman. Joyners will be starting a […]