Quakertown Historical Society

10/01/2024

Jerome Landes the architect of "The Palace" theater now "Proper Brewing", also was the architect of The Grand Theater and the original "Broad theater" in Souderton. The Grand Theater is marking their 100th year anniversary this weekend, stop by an see a silent movie, it's a very different experience than a regular movie! 🎬 🎞 🎥

09/17/2024

We now have a farm display in the museum. Many items are from the original Weisel farm!

09/12/2024

You've followed the story while filming, you've seen the trailer, now it's time to see the completed film! Join us for a special screening September 29th at 2pm $10 admission goes towards the distribution of the film to schools, historical societies, etc..

08/19/2024

We've had a lot of requests to host walking ghost tours again. Do you live on Main St and have a spooky tale about your house that you'd like us to include? Message us your stories, or give us a call!

08/03/2024

Any Rosie's out there?

Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick’s office is currently in the process of identifying and recognizing individuals from Bucks County who served as Rosie the Riveters. His office believes “Their dedication, resilience, and patriotism deserve to be celebrated and remembered” as during World War II, these women contributed significantly to the war effort and paving the way for future generations of women in the workforce. If you know of someone who should be recognized, please fill in this form: https://forms.office.com/g/gLADddUd96

07/08/2024

Come and tour Burgess Foulke House on July 14th from 10-2!

07/03/2024

In case you haven't heard, Josh Gates was in Bucks County looking for the lost treasure of The Doan Gang. Tune in tonight at 9pm on Discovery! Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle Pennsylvania Historical Recovery Services

06/20/2024

Burgess Foulke House will be open July 14th from 10-2. Please park at the Upper Bucks Visitors Center.

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06/11/2024

Take a look at the new trailer for the Fries Rebellion film!

Enjoy highlights from "The Fries Rebellion" movie.

06/01/2024

Hoping someone can save this beautiful home & piece of history!

05/28/2024

Enjoy the elegant red-carpet Film Premiere and Gala, which includes drinks, music, seated dinner, behind the scenes pics, and screening of the historic educational film! Proceeds from the fundraising event will be used to distribute the legacy film to schools, other non-profits, and various media ou...

05/14/2024

Save the date!

04/15/2024

These items were left behind during our dinner on the Titanic events. Please message to claim.

04/14/2024

Thank you to all that came out this weekend for our Dinner on the Titanic fundraiser! Keep an eye out for next year.

03/10/2024

Coverage from the Morning Call.

The uprising was one of three that roiled the young nation, along with the 1786 Shays Rebellion in Massachusetts and the 1794 Whiskey Rebellion in western Pennsylvania.

03/08/2024

More pictures from yesterday's filming!

03/08/2024

We had an awesome day of filming yesterday!

03/06/2024

Very exciting!

02/19/2024

Thank you everyone, we are officially SOLD OUT for both dinners!

02/10/2024

While doing research for a friend, I found this neat prohibition article in the March 13, 1931 microfilm copy of the Town & Country.🍺

02/02/2024

Saturday April 13th is SOLD OUT! A limited number of tickets are available for Friday April 12th.

01/20/2024

Lower Macungie Township Historical Society

01/01/2024

Happy New Year 🥂🥳

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween 🎃
A picture from our archives dated 1926

10/19/2023

Stop by our museum at the Upper Bucks Visitors Center to see our new display, The Quakertown Bands!