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In the Good Old Summertime
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
August 7, 2010
The public is invited to come view local artwork in an open juried exhibition of plein air painting (which means "in the open air") in cooperation with the Greater Norristown Art League. This event will also feature an antique car show (Classic MG's), music by the Settlement Music School, children's lawn games and races, tours of PA Governor Samuel Pennypacker's mansion, and our current exhibit on children of the early 1900's in the Galleries. Food and refreshments available....
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| 07/10/10 |
Sherlock Holmes and the Speckled Band
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
July 10, 2010
Historic Pennypacker Mills is the setting for a thrilling performance of Arthur Conan Doyle’s, Sherlock Holmes and the Speckled Band. The story follows the adventures of Sherlock Holmes, the “infamous detective” known for his intellectual prowess and his skillful use of observation, deductive reasoning and inference to solve difficult cases. See Holmes in his study with Dr. Watson working out the elements of the mystery, and then follow him to an old mansion where...
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| 03/14/10 |
Basket Weaving Workshop
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
March 14, 2010
Make a beautiful basket to keep or give as a gift. Instructors will share their knowledge and techniques for making over-the-top baskets. Students may choose a variety of colored reeds and stains to make their baskets one-of-a-kind. All materials supplied.
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| 02/13/10 |
Valentine's Day Card Making for Kids
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
February 13, 2010
During the early 1900's, Valentine's Day was celebrated in great style. Using crepe paper, ribbons, Victorian "scrap", doilies, and many more fun craft supplies, children will use their creativity to make wonderful Valentine's. Samples will be provided to give inspiration. Parents are welcome too. All materials supplied.
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| 02/06/10 |
Reverse Painting on Glass
Pennypack Park
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypack Park
February 6, 2010
Learn the history of reverse painting on glass from an instructor, while using historical patterns and new techniques to complete one design ready for framing. All materials supplied.
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| 01/23/10 |
Theorem Painting Workshop
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
January 23, 2010
Learn painting techniques for the 19th century form of stenciling known as theorem painting. All skill levels will enjoy using pre-cut stencils and artist oil paints on cotton velveteen, while learning the history of the art in America. All materials provided.
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| 12/12/09 |
Victorian Christmas Open House
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
December 12, 2009
Bring your special Christmas wishes to Santa and ''Believe!'' See the Pennypacker mansion decorated in Victorian splendor. Revisit yesterday as servants greet you at the front door and family and friends wrap presents and sing with the family music box. The dining room is set for holiday dinner, the oil lamps are aglow in each room, lending a warmth that is reminiscent of a time long ago and you are invited to be a part of it all! Clear toy candy demonstration 2-5 pm only. Bell choir will...
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12/01/09-
01/03/10 |
Holiday Tours at Pennypacker Mills
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
December 1, 2009-January 3, 2010
The holidays haven't begun until you visit the Mills for a special holiday tour of Governor Pennypacker's mansion. Resplendent in Victorian Christmas decor, the mansion is a must see for everyone who loves Christmas.
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| 10/17/09 |
All Hallow's Eve Fall Festival
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
October 17, 2009
Bring the family and your friends to this fall celebration. Take a tractor-pulled hayride through the meadow, paint a pumpkin to take home, enjoy making kid crafts, jump in the hay pile, play bean bag toss, do gravestone rubbings, shuck corn the way farmers did one-hundred years ago, and step up and try your hand at crushing apples to make apple cider using a cider press!
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| 10/03/09 |
Haunting Stories by the Bonfire
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
October 3, 2009
Join Pennypacker Mills for an evening around the bonfire of storytelling, marshmallow roasting & things that go bump in the night! Some scary stories may not be appropriate for younger children. Please use discretion.
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| 08/01/09 |
In the Good Old Summertime
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
August 1, 2009
Hear the songs and stories of summer with musician Matthew Dodd, see vintage big wheel bicycles, enjoy vintage British cars from the Delaware Valley Classic MG Chapter & play lawn games like sack and relay races, hop scotch, ring toss & more! You can even take a tour of Governor Pennypacker's mansion. The museum shop will be open.
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| 06/27/09 |
Old-Fashioned Taffy Pull
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
June 27, 2009
Join the fun and learn about regional candy history, what the popular candies were, and participate in a molasses taffy pull! Take a tour of the Pennypacker mansion & see the new exhibit entitled, Something Sweet: The Confectioner's World of 1900.
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05/30/09-
05/31/09 |
Civil War Reunion
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
May 30-May 31, 2009
The North and South gather at Pennypacker Mills for a spectacular weekend of military encampments, artillery demonstrations, living history demonstrations and fascinating speakers. Come and meet President Lincoln & Mrs. Lincoln, hear music of the 1860's, see a battle each day, see what merchants are selling, and experience mansion tours and food vendors.
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| 04/18/09 |
Rural Life in 1900
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
April 18, 2009
Take a trip back in time to life on the farm and in the home of the Pennypacker family in the early 1900's. Visit the General Store, roll biscuits at the kitchen area, wash clothes with a washer and wringer and then hang them up to dry. You'll see woodstove cooking, beat rugs, see antique autos, milk a cow & see calfs & goats. You'll also learn about bee keeping, antique farm equipment, and take mansion tours.
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| 12/31/69 |
Tea on a Summer's Eve
Pennypacker Mills
Presented by Pennypacker Mills
at Pennypacker Mills
December 31, 2069
Taking tea is a quintessentially English tradition as well as a culinary event. By the early 1900’s, the “smart hour” for afternoon tea was five o’clock or later. Tea parties became full-blown social occasions with footmen pouring the beverage of choice, servants delicately placing sweet confections on plates, and professional musicians entertaining the party with the ethereal sounds of classical music. Guests are asked to bring their favorite teacup and saucer...
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