Old Economy Village

09/04/2026

Little George is hanging out in our schoolroom today. He has a little trouble seeing over the desk, but he really is a great teacher! 🎒🚌🍎

09/04/2026

Do you enjoy working with your hands and helping care for historic places? Old Economy Village is looking for a Maintenance team foreman!

Join our team and help maintain the historic buildings, grounds, and facilities of this unique National Historic Landmark while supporting the programs and visitors who bring the Village to life.

Job posting link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/5464696/facility-operations-supervisor-old-economy-village

09/02/2026

Bring history to life for your students at Old Economy Village! 📚✨

Turn classroom lessons into unforgettable experiences with a school tour designed to engage learners of all ages. From preschool through college, students can explore 19th-century life through interactive programs, hands-on activities, and guided experiences tailored to their grade level. Whether they're operating a historic printing press, learning traditional trades, or discovering what life was like in the Harmony Society, every tour is designed to make history meaningful and memorable.

With programs aligned to educational standards—including STEELS-focused experiences—and options for elementary, secondary, homeschool, and college groups, Old Economy Village offers a unique opportunity to extend learning beyond the classroom. School tours are available by reservation.

📅 Book your group's visit today and let history become your classroom!

👉 Learn more: https://www.oldeconomyvillage.org/group-school-tours

09/01/2026

Holiday Weekend Hours at Old Economy Village!

We’ll be closing early at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 4 as we celebrate the holiday weekend.

We’ll be back to our regular hours on Saturday and Sunday, so come visit us and enjoy a weekend at Old Economy Village!

We look forward to seeing you!

08/31/2026

🌿 Dig into history at Roots of Community: Garden Day! 🌼

Join us at Old Economy Village for a day celebrating the gardens, agriculture, and cooperative spirit that helped the Harmony Society thrive.

As part of our America250 programming, you'll explore how gardening was about more than growing food—it was about cultivating community, innovation, and self-sufficiency. Stroll through the historic gardens, participate in interactive activities, enjoy engaging lectures, and discover how the Harmonists used the land to sustain one of America's most remarkable communal societies.

📅 Saturday, September 19
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Whether you're an avid gardener, a history enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun family outing, Garden Day offers a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and history of Old Economy Village.

We can't wait to grow with you! 🌱

08/28/2026

Would You Make a Good Harmonist? 🍇🌾

Harvest season has arrived, and everyone in the community has a job to do.

🍇 Spend the day picking grapes in the vineyards.
🌽 Gather fruits and vegetables before the weather changes.
🫙 Preserve food for the months ahead.
🤝 Work alongside your neighbors to make sure everyone is provided for.

For the Harmonists, harvest wasn't just about gathering crops—it was about working together. Every person played a role in helping the community thrive, and the success of the season depended on teamwork, dedication, and a lot of hard work.

So, what do you think?

Could you keep up with harvest season at Old Economy Village, or would you be counting down to dinner? Let us know in the comments! 👇

08/26/2026

Hidden Corners of Old Economy Village 🐝🍯

Did you know one of the Village's sweetest hidden gems is its bee hives?

Tucked among the gardens, these busy pollinators play an important role in supporting the flowers, herbs, fruits, and vegetables that thrive throughout Old Economy Village. While today's hives help maintain the landscape, beekeeping has long been connected to self-sufficient communities like the Harmonists, who valued every resource the land had to offer.

Next time you visit, take a moment to see if you can spot the hives. You might just catch the bees hard at work—and discover another fascinating corner of the Village along the way.

08/25/2026

Saturday, September 19th, come out to Old Economy Village for our Roots of Community: Garden Day! From 10am to 4pm, enjoy activities like a demonstration on Farmer Shawn’s “Worm Farm” composting!

Farmer Shawn has been working in the urban farming sector for the past two decades. Originally from Brooklyn, Shawn moved to South Philly in 2020, and since then, has worked for multiple urban farms in the North, Southwest, and Northeast, where he’s done everything from creating compost systems to implementing no till growing systems and regenerative practices, along with managing different farmers’ markets around the city and helping to build new community gardens in South Philly.

He is currently on the board of PASA Sustainable Agriculture, and is the Philadelphia Advisor for the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP). You can find him slinging veggies at the Point Breeze Community Market, getting his hands dirty in his backyard garden, or tearing it up at a punk rock show.

Bring the whole family for a day of exploration, learning, and hands-on discovery! We have so many more activities for both kids and adults alike. Experience the joy of gardening while learning how caring for the land has strengthened communities across generations.

For more information, check out our "Events" tab or our website at:
www.oldeconomyvillage.org

For more deets on Farmer Shawn, check him out at:
https://dirtysouthfarm.wordpress.com/

Local. Fresh. From Our Farm to Your Table.

08/24/2026

What a day! 🍇✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's Heritage Grape Harvest Festival at Old Economy Village!

From historic grape harvesting and pressing demonstrations to live entertainment, hands-on activities, and time spent exploring the Village, it was a wonderful celebration of the Harmonists' traditions and the community that continues to bring them to life.

As part of our America250 programming, this year's festival gave visitors the opportunity to experience the craftsmanship, agriculture, and ingenuity that helped shape both the Harmony Society and early America.

Thank you to our staff, volunteers, demonstrators, vendors, entertainers, and every guest who made the day so memorable. We hope this recap brings back some great memories—and if you couldn't join us this year, we hope to see you at the next event!

🎥 Take a look back at some of our favorite moments!

08/21/2026

Little George is making his rounds today…do you know where he is??