Museums
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia To Celebrate the Black Experience Through Country and Folk Music
In the second of a series of events throughout June in celebration of Black Music Month, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will highlight the Black experience through country and folk music. On Saturday, June 8, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will host an event titled, “Rhythms of Liberation from Juneteenth to Beyond!” The…
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Andalusia in Bensalem Is Oasis of Gardens, Gilded Age Glamour
Andalusia in Bensalem, a grand house that glitters with Gilded Age glamour with even grander gardens, recently opened for the season, writes Melissa Jacobs for the Main Line Tonight. The ancestral home of the Biddles, one of Philadelphia’s first families, was built in 1797 for John and Margaret Craig. The estate was named after the…
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Perkasie Historical Society Museum Honors National Historic Place Status
The Perkasie Historical Society Museum will celebrate its addition to the National Register of Historic Places with a plaque unveiling on June 15 at 11 AM, according to North Penn Now. The museum, originally the Lehigh Valley Transit Trolley Station, was officially listed on the National Register last spring. Built in 1912 by…
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35-Year Lease Agreement Ensures Future Growth for Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in Solebury
A new lease will keep Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in Solebury blossoming, according to the Saucon Source. Officials with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced a 35-year lease agreement with the 134-acre preserve that will allow it to continue operating and make improvements. It’s the only accredited museum in the…
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Michener Museum Extends Hours and Offers Free Admissions on Select Sundays
The Michener Museum in Doylestown is offering free admission on the second Sunday of every month thanks to a hefty grant, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The museum will also extend its hours every Thursday until 8 PM. A $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation helped make this possible for the institution. …
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4 Philadelphia Museums Make USA TODAY’s 10Best List
USA TODAY has named four Philadelphia museums to its “10Best” list of museums, writes Damon C. Williams for Philly Burbs. Readers and the voting public had four weeks to choose their favorite museums, and Philadelphia was highly represented among the group. The Franklin Institute in Center City holds the distinction of being Pennsylvania’s most visited…
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African American Museum of Bucks County’s Construction Progresses, Seeks Community Support
The African American Museum of Bucks County is making steady progress at Boone Farm in Middletown Township, writes Dino Ciliberti for The Patch. Since 2014, the African American Museum of Bucks County (AAMBC) has operated as a mobile museum, bringing its exhibits to various community locations In a significant development, it’s set to establish…
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The Michener Museum Showcases CFEVA’s Legacy and Future
Ron Tarver, once a dedicated photojournalist for the Philadelphia Inquirer, has transitioned from capturing ephemeral moments to creating enduring art, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. Tarver, who spent over three decades at the Inquirer, sought more than the transient life of his photographs in the daily news. This quest for permanence led him…
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African American Museum of Bucks County Seeks $2 Million for Restoration, Set to Open 2025
After a decade-long search for a permanent residence, the African American Museum of Bucks County is finally setting roots at Boone Farm, writes Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. This site once served as an essential part of the Underground Railroad history within Core Creek Park, Middletown. The museum, slated to…
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Fonthill Castle Undergoes Historic Preservation Efforts in Doylestown
The historic Fonthill Castle in Doylestown, once the home of Henry Chapman Mercer, is currently undergoing a comprehensive survey of the condition of its facade thanks to a grant received through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission’s Keystone Historic Preservation Grant program, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The project, which is partly funded by…
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Bucks County Celebrates Black History Month with Performances, Poetry and More
Bucks County, a key location in African American history, celebrates Black History Month with an array of enriching events, according to Damon C. Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. Yardley’s Gather Place Museum is hosting a one-woman performance to highlight the significance of the town’s role in the Underground Railroad. Performer and Gather…
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Doylestown’s Vampa Museum is a Haven for Historical Vampire Lore and Paranormal Artifacts
Pennsylvania has gotten its very first museum dedicated to the world of the supernatural in Vampa: The Museum of Vampire and Paranormal Activity in Doylestown reports Alex Butler for PHL 17. The museum has artifacts that date back to the 1500s, including original vampire killing sets. Up until recently, all the items were part of…
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African American Museum of Bucks County Moves Closer Toward New Permanent Home at Boone Farm
The African American Museum of Bucks County is moving forward with plans to establish its new permanent home at Boone Farm, a historic property in Middletown Township, according to a staff report from the Langhorne Ledger. The museum has been granted a 30-year lease for the property at $1 a year by the Bucks County…
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Pearl S. Buck International to Celebrate its 60th Anniversary with Events Throughout the Year
Pearl S. Buck International in Perkasie will celebrate its 60th anniversary with a slate of events and programming that will take place throughout the year, according to a staff report from The Reporter. The organization was founded in 1964 by Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, humanitarian, and activist Pearl S. Buck. Programming will open with…
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Anne Corso Appointed as New Executive Director of James A. Michener Art Museum
The Board of Trustees of James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown has selected Anne Corso as the institution’s new executive director, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Corso is an educator, museum professional, and arts leader. She has several decades of leadership experience, most recently as executive director of Southern Vermont Arts Center in…
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Step into a Dickensian Christmas at Byers’ Choice Museum in Chalfont
Byers’ Choice Christmas Museum in Chalfont is the perfect place to visit for a festive and free holiday-themed experience, writes Julianne Buonocore for The Literary Lifestyle. The museum is filled with Christmas displays to view, including some that you can even participate in. The attraction is located in the headquarters of Byers’ Choice, a family-owned…
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Oscar Hammerstein Museum Celebrates Historic Purchase of Highland Farm in Doylestown
The Oscar Hammerstein Museum and Theatre Education Center is set to celebrate the closing of its purchase of the legendary lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II’s Doylestown home, Highland Farm, today, writes Chloe Rabinowitz for Broadway World. Highland Farm is not only a historic site but also a creative hub where Hammerstein and composer Richard Rodgers…
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This Catholic Antique Shop Owner Has a Doylestown Vampire and Paranormal Museum in His Home
A unique Doylestown paranormal museum dedicated to the world of the supernatural has opened its doors, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. VAMPA, the Museum of Vampire and Paranormal Activity Art, is the brainchild of Edmondo Crimi, the owner of Best of France Antiques. Crimi, who completed a six-day exorcism course in Rome,…
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