| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Watson Adventures’ Haunted Philadelphia Scavenger HuntPresented by Watson Adventures at Washington Square Park July 7, 2012 Join Watson Adventures on a unique haunted scavenger hunt!
Armed with a flashlight, you’ll visit ghost-plagued buildings and secret cemeteries while learning the stories of the restless souls you might disturb. Starring the spirits of 1776 in Independence Hall, Ben Franklin (of course), the Hag of Pine Street, the spectral poltergeist of St. Peter’s, a Quaker to make you quake in Washington Square, the burning bride of City Tavern, and various other apparitions,... | Watson Adventures | 07/07/12 | Philadelphia |
Living History Theatre - The RequestPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor July 8, 2012 Preparations are underway for doing the laundry when Jack, one of William Penn’s slaves, finds out that his wife, Parthenia, is going to be sold and shipped to Barbados. What happens next? | Pennsbury Manor | 07/08/12 | Morrisville |
Bastille DayPresented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site July 14, 2012 It's one of Philadelphia’s most popular summertime events! Eastern State Penitentiary teams with Philadelphia cabaret act The Bearded Ladies and local businesses for a playful reenactment of the Storming of the Bastille (influenced more by Monty Python than the French Revolution), followed by a French-themed street party. Come early and take a tour of Eastern State, or stay late and take a 25-minute evening tour following the reenactment. | Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site | 07/14/12 | Philadelphia |
Watson Adventures’ Murder at the Philadelphia Art Museum Scavenger HuntPresented by Watson Adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art July 14, 2012 Join Watson Adventures on a unique murder mystery scavenger hunt for adults!
A murdered curator has left behind a cryptic trail of clues connected with secrets in works of art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. As your team gathers answers about the art, you begin to piece together a sordid tale about greed, lust, pride, revenge and treachery, all revolving around the museum’s planned multi-million dollar purchase of a Leonardo Da Vinci. The murder victim knew too... | Watson Adventures | 07/14/12 | Philadelphia |
An Afternoon of Art, Music and PhotographyPresented by Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site at Pearl S. Buck House July 15, 2012 Enjoy a Sunday stroll with art, music and photography, vendors and wine and cheese at the Pearl S. Buck House, a National Historic Landmark. Participants may express their creativity with a camera, sketch book and easel. House tours will be available at 1 pm and 2 pm, as well as gift shop discounts. | Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site | 07/15/12 | Perkasie |
Open Hearth CookingPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor July 15, 2012 Preserving the Harvest Stoneware crocks, bladders, vinegar, gally pots and sugar will abound as Pennsbury cooks preserve the harvest for the winter to come. | Pennsbury Manor | 07/15/12 | Morrisville |
Patriots and Loyalists Fairmount Park Trolley TourPresented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art July 15, 2012 Hear the story behind the shifting lines of revolutionary politics at Mount Pleasant (1762-65), Laurel Hill (1767), and Woodford (1756). Departing from and returning to the Philadelphia Museum of Art's West Entrance, this tour provides transportation to several sites in Fairmount Park. Knowledgeable and engaging guides will bring the houses and the trolley ride alive with stories from the sites. Tour concludes with llight refreshments. Includes admission to all three sites. | Philadelphia Museum of Art | 07/15/12 | Philadelphia |
Died at Sea, Lost at Sea, Buried at Sea: Part IIPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery July 18, 2012 Died at sea, lost at sea, buried at sea… These words inscribed on a grave marker tell us that there is some tragic, perhaps mysterious, story or event associated with that individual’s connection to the world’s deep blue expanse. Laurel Hill has many examples that illustrate this phenomenon. The second installation of this program will delve into and expose many more of the circumstances that lie beneath many a-watery grave. Close your eyes for a moment on this sultry... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 07/18/12 | Philadelphia |
Guided Tour: Summer HighlightsPresented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College July 21, 2012 Join Andrew Bunting, curator, for a free tour of the Scott Arboretum. Enjoy the splendor of summer blooms in the garden. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled.
For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025. | Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College | 07/21/12 | Swarthmore |
Gathering of the Chester County Militia & Evening ConcertPresented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 21, 2012 Join the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation for a day of full of fun. There will be textiles, hearth cooking, farm animals, house tours and a gathering of the Chester County Militia. Colonial Country Dancing at 1 pm and 3 pm. At 7 pm, Atwater and Donnelly will perform an evening concert of American folk music and dance. Bring the whole family!! | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/21/12 | Newtown Square |
Garden HighlightsPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor July 22, 2012 Spend some peaceful time in Penn’s kitchen garden as you learn about his gardeners and their work (and help out, if you want!). | Pennsbury Manor | 07/22/12 | Morrisville |
Woody Plant ConferencePresented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College July 25, 2012 This popular conference, now in its 15th year, is co-sponsored by Chanticleer1, Longwood Gardens2, Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, Villanova University and the Tyler Arboretum.
Brochures will be sent to registrants of previous years. Visit website for more details.
| Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College | 07/25/12 | Swarthmore |
Watson Adventures’ the Art of Darkness Scavenger HuntPresented by Watson Adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art July 28, 2012 Join Watson Adventures on a darkly unique scavenger hunt for adults at the Philadelphia Museum of Art!
Brace yourself for the eerie side of art on an ominous adventure at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Steel your nerves as you go in search of such items as a devil that terrorized church ladies, a peasant going “night clubbing,” a silent knight and unholy knight, a boy engaged in fowl play, rabbits with unlucky feet, a botched tonsillectomy, fancy firearms, a sword... | Watson Adventures | 07/28/12 | Philadelphia |
Lenape Village Public ToursPresented by Churchville Nature Center at Churchville Nature Center July 1-July 29, 2012 Join us for public tours of our Lenape Village. Take a tour of the Lenape Village with one of our educators and experience a 1500’s era working village. Each week there will be a different craft or skill featured. Reservations are requested in advance. Pre-registration is required for groups of 15 or more.
July 1 - Clay Bead Making
July 8 - Fire Making
July 15 - Storytelling
July 22 - Native Medicines
July 29 - Cordage | Churchville Nature Center | 07/01/12-
07/29/12 | Churchville |
Animals at Pennsbury ManorPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor July 29, 2012 Each animal at Pennsbury had an important role to play. Meet each animal and learn more about their job. | Pennsbury Manor | 07/29/12 | Morrisville |
Philadelphia Sightseeing ToursPresented by Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours July 26, 2011-July 31, 2012 Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours offers the finest double decker bus and trolley tours in the city. Hop on board with professionally trained guides and experience the best the city has to offer. Your guide will provide you with an engaging tour through the bustling streets of Philadelphia, all the while giving you the freedom to hop on and hop off to see any one of the over 33 attractions described. "Enjoy your stay and let Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours guide the way." | Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours | 07/26/11-
07/31/12 | Philadelphia |
Building Henry Mercer's Castle TourPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum July 1-July 31, 2012 How does a person go about designing and building a concrete castle? Starting on Memorial Day, Fonthill will offer a special tour exploring the construction, systems and inspiration for Henry Mercer’s concrete castle. Reservations required. | Fonthill Castle | 07/01/12-
07/31/12 | Doylestown |
Harry Potter’s Birthday BashPresented by Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site at Pearl S. Buck House July 31, 2012 Join in a Harry Potter series discussion led by Jeffrey B. Allen, author of the popular book, Into the Land. Discuss writing like J. K. Rowling & plotting. Discuss the novels & what makes them so popular. How does one write that genre? Birthday cake & costume prizes! - Includes an Authors Tour of the Pearl S. Buck National Historic Landmark House | Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site | 07/31/12 | Perkasie |
In the Good Old SummertimePresented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills August 4, 2012 Join Pennypacker for an old fashioned Victorian summertime frolic on the Pennypacker Mills property. Includes children's games, kids crafts and bean bag toss activities, tours of the Pennypacker mansion, and a British Car Show with the Delaware County Classic MG Car Club. Fun for the whole family! | Pennypacker Mills | 08/04/12 | Schwenksville |
Watson Adventures’ Haunted New Hope Scavenger HuntPresented by Watson Adventures August 4, 2012 Join Watson Adventures on a unique haunted scavenger hunt for adults in New Hope, PA!
Better bring your favorite hex, because the historic buildings and byways of this town are rife with cranky poltergeists. Be careful not to rile the restless Revolutionary War soldiers, the many ghosts in an eerie inn, the floating forms at the Parry Mansion, the man with the noose at the Ichabod Wilkinson house, Pickett the peripatetic painter, and assorted ladies in black, to name just a few... | Watson Adventures | 08/04/12 | New Hope |
Historic TradesPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor August 5, 2012 Hear the clang of the hammer and the sound of wood being cut as the joyner and blacksmith demonstrate their skills. | Pennsbury Manor | 08/05/12 | Morrisville |
Cauffiel House TourPresented by Bellevue State Park at Bellevue State Park's Cauffiel House August 5, 2012 Learn about one of the lesser-known historical sites within Bellevue State Park, the Cauffiel House. We will discuss the history of the site from before the Cauffiel House’s construction through its purchase by the Division of Parks and Recreation in 2003. A walking tour of the home will highlight the measures that were taken to make this a simple, yet beautiful place to live, as well as decorative features added during a 1997 Designers' Showcase.
| Bellevue State Park | 08/05/12 | Wilmington |
| Summer Camp Program | Philadelphia Museum of Art | 07/10/12-
08/10/12 | Philadelphia |
A Summertime Meander at Fonthill CastlePresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum August 11, 2012 Meander at your own pace through Henry Mercer’s unique castle home! Spend time enjoying the visual delights of Fonthill, with staff available to answer your questions.
| Fonthill Castle | 08/11/12 | Doylestown |
Stefan Sagmeister - The Happy Show at ICA Presented by Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) at Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) April 4-August 12, 2012 Graphic designer Stefan Sagmeister not only tests the boundary between art and design, he often transgresses it through his imaginative implementation of typography. Filling the Institute of Contemporary Art's (ICA) entire second-floor galleries and Ramp, and activating the in-between spaces of the museum, The Happy Show offers visitors the experience of walking into the designer's mind as he attempts to increase his happiness via mediation, cognitive therapy, and mood-altering... | Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) | 04/04/12-
08/12/12 | Philadelphia |
Living History Theatre - The Germantown Protest of 1688Presented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor August 12, 2012 Listen in on the first documented protest against slavery in America during this historic gathering at the Germantown meetinghouse. | Pennsbury Manor | 08/12/12 | Morrisville |
Seaport Summer CampPresented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum July 9-August 17, 2012 Themes are:
Titanic Week, July 9th-13th
Pirate Week, July 16th-20th
Time Traveler Week, July 23rd-27th
Explorer Week, July 30th- August 3rd
Crisis Response Week, August 6th-10th
Military Week, August 13th-17th
Age range: Children ages 6-12
Examples of Summer Camp Activities:
Boat rides on the Delaware River
Rowing in boats built by our very own Workshop on the Water
Tours aboard two historic ships, USS... | Independence Seaport Museum | 07/09/12-
08/17/12 | Philadelphia |
Guided Tour: Summer HighlightsPresented by Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College at Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College August 18, 2012 Join Claire Sawyers, director, for a free tour of the Scott Arboretum. Enjoy the splendor of summer blooms in the garden. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled.
For more information, please call the Scott Arboretum offices at 610-328-8025. | Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College | 08/18/12 | Swarthmore |
Watson Adventures’ Murder at the Franklin Institute Scavenger HuntPresented by Watson Adventures at The Franklin Institute August 18, 2012 Join Watson Adventures on a unique murder mystery scavenger hunt for adults!
Someone, or some thing, has been bumping off Franklin Institute staffers involved in the recent discovery of a long-lost invention by Benjamin Franklin. This “infernal machine” has a murky past: Freemasons supposedly used it as part of a secret ritual. Are the deaths caused by the invention, or part of the fabled “Curse of the Freemasons”? Or is a serial killer on the loose?... | Watson Adventures | 08/18/12 | Philadelphia |
Open Hearth CookingPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor August 19, 2012 Dutch Foodway Traditions. The culinary traditions of the Dutch will be highlighted at the hearth as they were part of the culinary landscape of early Pennsylvania. | Pennsbury Manor | 08/19/12 | Morrisville |
Important Visitors and Fine Dining Fairmount Park Trolley TourPresented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art August 19, 2012 Imagine dinner with statesman John Adams and others as they were entertained at Mount Pleasant (1762-65), Laurel Hill (1767), and Lemon Hill (1800). Departing from and returning to the Philadelphia Museum of Art's West Entrance, this tour provides transportation to several sites in Fairmount Park. Knowledgeable and engaging guides will bring the houses and the trolley ride alive with stories from the sites. Tour concludes with light refreshments. Includes admission to all three sites. | Philadelphia Museum of Art | 08/19/12 | Philadelphia |
Lenape Village Public ToursPresented by Churchville Nature Center at Churchville Nature Center August 5-August 26, 2012 Join us for public tours of our Lenape Village. Take a tour of the Lenape Village with one of our educators and experience a 1500’s era working village. Each week there will be a different craft or skill featured. Reservations are requested in advance. Pre-registration is required for groups of 15 or more.
August 5 - Fire Making
August 12 - Clay Bead Making
August 19 - Quill Working Demo
August 26 - Give-Away | Churchville Nature Center | 08/05/12-
08/26/12 | Churchville |
Garden HighlightsPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor August 26, 2012 Spend some peaceful time in Penn’s kitchen garden as you learn about his gardeners and their work. | Pennsbury Manor | 08/26/12 | Morrisville |
A Revolutionary WeekendPresented by Morrisville Business Association and Actors' Net of Bucks County, Inc August 23-August 26, 2012 The MBA will be hosting A Revolutionary Weekend in Morrisville. It's a guided bus tour and will “Follow Washington’s Footsteps” from Summerseat in Morrisville to the Trenton Barracks. Tour guides aboard the buses will give historical details about Washington’s journey during the Revolutionary War. The Actors’ Net of Bucks County will perform five shows of “The Man Who Bought a Country” which is the story of Robert Morris, financier of the... | Morrisville Business Association | 08/23/12-
08/26/12 | |
Guided Wildflower WalkPresented by Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve at Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve June 1-August 31, 2012 See flowers and fruits in season and discover fun facts about their use. Learn about the Preserve’s history, habitats, and important plant/animal interactions while enjoying the beauty of the trails. Preserve staff or talented Volunteer Naturalists will lead the tours. | Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve | 06/01/12-
08/31/12 | New Hope |
Tyler Gardens Self-Guided Tour Presented by Bucks County Community College at Tyler Gardens at Bucks County Community College June 1-August 31, 2012 The Tyler Gardens are open to the public. Visitors are encouraged to stroll through the gardens, identifying plant materials, architectural features and Stella Tyler's sculptures. The map should help you find your way around. A copy of the children's quiz is also available, suitable for children from ages 5 to 12. The college and all those involved in the restoration process hope that you enjoy your time in the gardens. Wedding parties are asked to register with the college... | Bucks County Community College | 06/01/12-
08/31/12 | Newtown |
Summertime Tours Presented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills May 1-September 1, 2012 Bring family and friends for a fascinating tour of Pennsylvania Governor Samuel Pennypacker's mansion set on 170 acres of farmland. This air conditioned, three-story mansion houses a unique, well-documented collection of family memorabilia, history of the early 1900s when the family resided here, and a look at what it was like to live 100 years ago! A stop in the Galleries and Museum Shop are part of this guided tour.
An ideal stop for family with out of town guests coming for... | Pennypacker Mills | 05/01/12-
09/01/12 | Schwenksville |
| Harvest Feast and Militia Muster | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 09/01/12 | Newtown Square |
Real Philly TourPresented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center May 25-September 2, 2012 Free Tours by Foot - Philadelphia is proud to present theirr new All-in-One Philadelphia Tour, a 4-hour tour that takes you beyond historic Independence Mall and introduces you to some of the lesser known sites of this great city. It explores the post-revolutionary history to current day of a thriving metropolis. This tour includes the sites and smells of Chinatown, the funkiness of South Street and the Italian Market, and the wonderful artwork of mural mile. It's a combination history,... | Free Tours by Foot | 05/25/12-
09/02/12 | Philadelphia |
Ghosts of PhillyPresented by Free Tours by Foot March 30-September 2, 2012 Philadelphia may be the Cradle of Liberty, but it's also a city spooked by true ghastly stories of the city that inspired Edgar Allen Poe to write "The Murders of Rue Morgue" and "The Raven." A city frightening enough to contain Bram Stoker's research for Dracula.
Join Free Tours by Foot as we explore the haunted history of the nation's most historic city and hear accounts of love lured specters, tormented souls of war, traitors and the sorrowful woes... | Free Tours by Foot | 03/30/12-
09/02/12 | Philadelphia |
Historic TradesPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor September 2, 2012 Hear the clang of the hammer and the sound of wood being cut as the joyner and blacksmith demonstrate their skills. | Pennsbury Manor | 09/02/12 | Morrisville |
Building Henry Mercer's Castle TourPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum August 1-September 3, 2012 How does a person go about designing and building a concrete castle? Starting on Memorial Day, Fonthill will offer a special tour exploring the construction, systems and inspiration for Henry Mercer’s concrete castle. Reservations required. | Fonthill Castle | 08/01/12-
09/03/12 | Doylestown |
Afternoon Freedom Rings Tour Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center March 30-September 3, 2012 Freedom Rings in Philly is a two-hour tour that takes you through the cradle of American Democracy, entertaining you and revealing hidden secrets, fun trivia and light hearted anecdotes. We focus on interesting and fun stories of the men and women who defined Philadelphia so many years ago.
Join Free Tours by Foot on this two-hour family friendly adventure as we walk through historic Philadelphia and chronicle the early history of America's first city. This tour includes many famous... | Free Tours by Foot | 03/30/12-
09/03/12 | Philadelphia |
Freedom Rings Tour - SummerPresented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center May 25-September 3, 2012 Freedom Rings in Philly is a two-hour tour that takes you through the cradle of American Democracy, entertaining you and revealing hidden secrets, fun trivia and light hearted anecdotes. We focus on interesting and fun stories of the men and women who defined Philadelphia so many years ago.
Join Free Tours by Foot on this two-hour family friendly adventure as we walk through historic Philadelphia and chronicle the early history of America's first city. This tour includes many famous... | Free Tours by Foot | 05/25/12-
09/03/12 | Philadelphia |
Schuylkill Banks Moonlight Kayak ToursPresented by Schuylkill River Development Corporation at Schuylkill Banks - Walnut Street Dock June 30-September 8, 2012 Let the moon guide you on a tour of the Schuylkill River. Professionally guided tours of the Schuylkill River between Walnut Street Dock and the historic Fairmount Water Works. Tours start with ½ hour of instruction on-land followed by approximately 1 hour of paddling. | Schuylkill River Development Corporation | 06/30/12-
09/08/12 | Philadelphia |
Pennsylvania Coast DayPresented by Partnership for the Delaware Estuary September 8, 2012 Delight in the Delaware River at Pennsylvania Coast Day, where visitors can board a boat for a free tour of the Delaware River. And bring the kids. They will love the outdoor exhibits, free face painting and prizes located on the doorstep of the Independence Seaport Museum. But why stop there? Take a free shuttle to the historic Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center, a hidden gem of a museum right on the banks of the Schuylkill River.
Log on to DelawareEstuary.org for details,... | Partnership for the Delaware Estuary | 09/08/12 | Philadelphia |
Living History TheatrePresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor September 9, 2012 The Trial of Derek Claasen
On May 8th, 1692, the body of a man was found in a Bucks County creek. Follow the murder investigation and see where it leads. | Pennsbury Manor | 09/09/12 | Morrisville |
Dublin Borough's 100th Anniversary CelebrationPresented by Dublin Borough, Bucks County September 7-September 9, 2012 Dublin Borough is turning 100 in September 2012! Bring your family and friends and celebrate with us!! Friday, Sept 8 – concert featuring “The Philly Funk Authority” at the Dublin Firehouse. Saturday, Sept 9 – 5k Run, Parade down Main Street, Antique Car Show, Festival with kids activities, music, food, vendors, artisans and much more! The end of the night will feature a Fireworks Display! Sunday, Sept 10 – Arts Fest with kids rides, food and the Muscular... | Dublin Borough, Bucks County | 09/07/12-
09/09/12 | Dublin |
Open Hearth CookingPresented by Pennsbury Manor at Pennsbury Manor September 16, 2012 French Foodway Traditions - With the arrival of the French Huguenots to Pennsylvania came French cuisine. French receipts (recipes) will be prepared at the hearth. | Pennsbury Manor | 09/16/12 | Morrisville |
| Garden Highlights | Pennsbury Manor | 09/23/12 | Morrisville |
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