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Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites

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Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites

Preservers of history, including buildings and landmarks. We host community events and activities.
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06/12/2026

One of the nation’s most prominent travel publications, Travel + Leisure, recently asked five travel experts where to celebrate America's 250th birthday, and their answer was Pennsylvania. Beyond the Philadelphia crowds, the magazine pointed travelers to Bethlehem as the place to experience Revolutionary history at a more relaxed pace.

Discover why for yourself on Bethlehem & the Revolution, HBMS’s new walking tour created to commemorate the nation's 250th birthday. Visit the 1762 Waterworks, America's first pumped municipal water system. Stand where the Second Single Brethren's House twice served as a Continental Army hospital, caring for over 400 sick and wounded soldiers, Learn about the Marquis de Lafayette’s stay in Bethlehem as he recovered from wounds received at Brandywine, and discover why John Adams called it a "curious and remarkable town” when writing to his wife, Abigal, in 1777.

Tours take place Fridays and Sundays at 3 p.m. through August. Purchase tickets by Saturday, June 20 and save 25% with promo code BETHLEHEM250 at checkout. The code also applies to our Ales & Tales Revolutionary Pub Walking Tour.

Reserve your spot today since tickets are limited. See the link in the comments or get tickets at the Schropp Dry Goods Shoppe on Main Street.

06/11/2026

The year is 1776, and independence is not yet assured. But inside the “Colonial Tavern,” the evening belongs to good food, good company, and a few surprises.

On Thursday, June 18, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites and Historic Hotel Bethlehem — the nation's No. 1 Historic Hotel — present Liberty & Lanterns: An Evening of Food, Stories & Surprises.

Sign the "Declaration of Independence" with a quill pen, meet Dr. Benjamin Franklin and explore his experiments, and chat with soldiers from both sides of the war who've set their differences aside for the night.

Start by raising a glass of Fish House Punch — a Pennsylvania classic with a reputation; legend says George Washington couldn't write in his diary for three days after trying it. Then sit down to a three-course dinner with options that include chicken fricassee, deconstructed short rib pot pie, halibut with spring pea risotto, and a vegetarian risotto with wild mushrooms.

Tickets to this once-in-every 250 years evening at the Hotel Bethlehem include hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and your first drink ticket. Get your tickets now at https://tinyurl.com/ycx2zurs before they’re gone!

06/09/2026

EXCITING NEWS! Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites has been awarded $75,000 to begin the next phase of restoration work on the 1761 Tannery in the Colonial Industrial Quarter — the only extant 18th-century Moravian industrial building in the world. The grant, secured by State Rep. Steve Samuelson through Pennsylvania's Local Share Account grant program, will allow HBMS to start restoration work this summer on the building, an important component of the Moravian Church Settlements - Bethlehem
World Heritage Site.

When the Tannery reopens, it will become an integral part of HBMS programming, including Birthplace of Industry tours, the new Maker's Retreats, student programs and Community Heritage Day in April. Thank you to Rep. Steve Samuelson and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for supporting this important restoration project.

06/06/2026

The Rooms to View House & Garden Tour is hopping today with attendees enjoying the wonderful blend of beautiful homes and historic properties, including several in the Durham and Riegelsville area. Thank you to all of our homeowners, sponsors, volunteers and guests for making this phenomenal day of style and design possible!

06/06/2026

We say it every year and it’s true. Rooms to View keeps getting better and better thanks to all of you!

Our deepest appreciation to Christian F. Martin, IV and Martin Guitar, our Rooms to View sponsors and planning committee, and everyone who attended this evening’s preview party. We’ll see you all tomorrow for the House & Garden Tour from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Thank you, from all of us at Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites!

06/05/2026

Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and Alexander Hamilton all walked into a Bethlehem pub. This Saturday, so can you.

Join us for our new Ales & Tales: Revolutionary Pub Walking Tour, recently highlighted by Travel + Leisure as a great reason to visit Bethlehem this summer (see story in the comments).

Explore the city’s iconic inns and pubs where Revolutionary War stories unfolded, from the Founding Fathers who stayed in the Sun Inn to the Marquis de Lafayette’s rumored romance and Bethlehem’s unlikely role in the fight for independence.

Enjoy a complimentary Christmas City Spirits tasting and toast to history with a pint of Declaration Lager, the official beer of America250PA, at Historic Hotel Bethlehem. Plus, purchase your tickets by June 20 and you can save 25% when you use promo code Bethlehem250.

The Ales & Tales: Revolutionary Pub Walking Tour takes place Saturdays through August. Tickets are on sale now! Grab yours before they’re gone at https://tinyurl.com/4m2pmnvp

06/05/2026

Free family fun is on the calendar this weekend!

Tomorrow, June 6, head to Historic Burnside to tour the Burnside house, barn and gardens and enjoy interactive activities from 10 a.m. to noon. The first Saturday of each month from now through October, you’re invited to visit Burnside for free historic fun during Saturdays at Burnside.

On Sunday, June 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., visit the Kemerer Museum, Moravian Museum, or Grist Miller’s House to explore rich history and get creative with a hands-on craft. The first Sunday of the month through November, families are welcome to explore the museums for free.

To register or for more information, visit our website.

06/04/2026

Step into 1776 — and raise a glass of Fish House Punch while you're at it!

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with Liberty & Lanterns: An Evening of Food, Stories & Surprises. It’s a one-of-a-kind dining experience on Thursday, June 18, at , the No. 1 Historic Hotel in the nation.

Your evening begins the moment you step off the elevator into a Colonial Tavern, where Benjamin Franklin himself is waiting, scientific experiments in hand.

Chat with a Continental Army soldier and a loyal member of His Majesty's 43rd Regiment of Foot, two opposing forces who've set aside their differences for one unforgettable night.
Test your 18th-century knowledge with the Artifact Challenge, the crowd-favorite historic object matching game. Then raise a glass of Fish House Punch and drink like the Founding Fathers.

The evening continues in the hotel’s candlelit Grand Ballroom with a three-course dinner featuring contemporary takes on colonial-era favorites, with costumed guests and knowledgeable companions bringing the past thrillingly to life all around you.

It’s a historic evening you just can’t miss!

🎟️ Tickets at historicbethlehem.org

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06/04/2026

Two days and counting to the region’s premier home and garden tour, Rooms to View!

This Saturday, June 6, get a first-hand look at some of the area’s most stunning private homes. Experience different design styles, unique artwork, and beautiful architecture across Bethlehem and Upper Bucks County.

Begin the self-guided tour with coffee and donuts at the Luckenbach Mill from 9-11 a.m., and close out the day with a wine and cheese reception at the Durham Road property from 4-5 p.m. While you’re at the mill, check out A Clear View, the Lehigh Art Alliance exhibition and fine-art sale benefitting both HBMS and Lehigh Art Alliance.

Want the full Rooms to View weekend experience? Join us for the exclusive Preview Party at the 2026 Signature Home on Friday, June 5. It includes live music by Craig Thatcher, a ticket to the Saturday home tour and more. Tickets and details are available on our website, or click on the link in the comments.

06/03/2026

All the world’s a stage, and this Thursday, June 4, the stage is Historic Burnside.

Join us for a free outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” presented by the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival at 6 p.m. Bring a blanket, relax and be transported to the Forest of Arden for the evening.

Learn more or register for a free ticket on our website. See the link in the comments!

Address

505 Main Street
Bethlehem, PA
18018

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 5pm
Wednesday	11am - 5pm
Thursday	11am - 5pm
Friday	11am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 6pm
Sunday	10am - 6pm

Telephone

(610) 691-6055

Website

https://www.historicbethlehem.org/

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