*The Docent On Main program and the Smithy are funded in part by the Northampton County Hotel Tax Grant.
Programs
Be interactive and learn about Bethlehem's fascinating history with ongoing programs for all ages!
Me & My Dollhouse Summer Camp
Spend a week at the Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts exploring the dollhouse collection of Elizabeth Johnston Prime and learning about decorative arts. Each week-long session is limited to just 15 children ages 7-12.Monday, August 10 - Friday, August 14Camp...
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Design After Dark
Proudly Sponsored By:April 15 - Paint Along with Diane HutchinsonFacebook, Youtube, and right here!Relax after a long week by painting along with Diane Hutchinson!Former Holiday Dinner & Auction featured artist, Diane will be leading a paint along on the Historic Bethlehem...
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Free Sundays at Home
Just because the Kemerer Museum is closed doesn't mean you have to miss out on the fun of Free Sundays! Every Sunday, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites will send a newsletter to keep the kids entertained at home. Enjoy a...
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Free Sundays at the Museum
Every Sunday through October 25, 2020!Just because the Kemerer Museum is closed doesn't mean you have to miss out on the fun of Free Sundays! Every Sunday, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites will send a newsletter to keep the kids...
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Explore Burnside Plantation
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On Tuesday, April 14, we were pleased to welcome Mason Bees to Burnside Plantation! Their box home was installed on the side of the Summer Kitchen and these non-aggressive bees will be working to pollinate the apple trees in the orchard...
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Single Sisters Series
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Bethlehem is one of the first placeswhere women received an education in the country.Today, as we open this space to the public, we invite you to continue this tradition with this series of programs and workshops that celebrate womens’ accomplishments...
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School Tours
Historic Bethlehem offers exciting, relevant, educational, and hands-on programs for students—all linked to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s standards.Bring your students: To the oldest building in Bethlehem Down on the farm to churn butter and spin yarn To get creative in...
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Birthday Parties
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Starting at just $15 per child, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites will host a memorable birthday party for the special child in your life. Choose from one of our themed birthday parties or celebrations at our historic sites and museums....
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Blacksmithing 101
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Take your experience beyond watching, and get into the soot with the Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites Blacksmithing 101 course. Staged in our historical 1750 Smithy in the Colonial Industrial Quarter, watch, learn, and hone your skills with one of our...
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