Historic Germantown

Historic Germantown A partnership of 20 extraordinary Philadelphia houses, destinations and museums

A Partnership of 18 extraordinary Philadelphia houses, destinations and museums in the nation's longest National Historic District.

Historic Germantown is participating in Voices of History: Stories from Black Pennsylvanians, a statewide effort from PA...
05/27/2026

Historic Germantown is participating in Voices of History: Stories from Black Pennsylvanians, a statewide effort from PA Humanities to collect, preserve, and share the stories of Black residents.

Meet us at the Johnson House for our NEW date, Friday May 29th, as we host a community story circle, inviting you, our neighbors, to share a story or personal memory that defines your family or your life as a Philadelphian.

Check out the link in our bio to register for FREE!

05/23/2026

🔥 FREE TO ALL HEARTH WEEK KICK-OFF PARTY STARTS TOMORROW! 12N-4P🔥

Join us May 24–31 for a week filled with historic hearth cooking, come and experience history through food, fire, and community!

Check out what each date offers at the link below or on our website!

🎟️ Tickets & full schedule: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hearth-week

Www.RittenhouseTown.org

This is a co-hosted event with Historic Foodways Society of the Delaware Valley. All events will be held at 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia PA, 19144.

05/20/2026

🎉 Pre-Juneteenth Kickback 🎉

Join us on Friday, May 29, 2026, from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM for an evening of fellowship, fun, and celebration!

✨ FREE EVENT ✨
Enjoy:
🎶 Music
🍴 Food
🎮 Games

Young adult participation is highly encouraged, so bring your friends and come ready for a great time as we kick off the Juneteenth season together!

**Postponed!! Due to extreme temperatures, 🥵this event tonight has been postponed-new date to be shared soon! Stay cool ...
05/20/2026

**Postponed!! Due to extreme temperatures, 🥵this event tonight has been postponed-new date to be shared soon! Stay cool everyone ☀️✌️

Historic Germantown is participating in Voices of History: Stories from Black Pennsylvanians, a statewide effort by PA H...
05/19/2026

Historic Germantown is participating in Voices of History: Stories from Black Pennsylvanians, a statewide effort by PA Humanities to collect, preserve, and share the stories of Black residents.

Meet us at the Johnson House on Friday, May 22nd as we host a community story circle inviting you, our neighbors, to share a story personal memory that defines your family or your life as a Philadelphian.

RSVP at the link in our bio!

*Update!* ⛈️☔️Historic Fair Hill’s Reading Is Freedom festival has unfortunately been canceled today, Saturday May 9th, ...
05/09/2026

*Update!* ⛈️☔️Historic Fair Hill’s Reading Is Freedom festival has unfortunately been canceled today, Saturday May 9th, due to the inclement weather. We look forward to a sunny festival next year!

Tickets to our 2026 Hall of Fame celebration are now LIVE! Join us for a lively celebration, less than one month away. G...
05/08/2026

Tickets to our 2026 Hall of Fame celebration are now LIVE! Join us for a lively celebration, less than one month away. Get your tickets TODAY! Link in BIO

🎫$125 per person
🏛 Commodore John Barry Arts & Cultural Center
📆Thursday, June 4th 6:00PM - 9:00PM
🍽 Plated Dinner Served by Bacchus Catering, 🍷Open Bar & 🧁Desserts by The Frosted Fox
🎷Live Music by Jim Dragoni and Friends

Questions? Contact [email protected]

05/02/2026

Mt. Airy Day is tomorrow! Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, family fun, food, culture, and community.

📆: Saturday, May 2, 2026
🕛: 11 am to 5 pm
📍: 6400 block of Germantown Avenue, between Johnson and Upsal Streets

Cliveden offers tours of the first and second floors of the House from 12 pm to 4 pm. Admission is $5; cash and card accepted. Stop by our info tables for a tour and learn more about our upcoming programs.

Calling all historic home lovers! Grab your walking shoes and join us for the upcoming Home & Garden Tour on Sunday, May...
04/28/2026

Calling all historic home lovers! Grab your walking shoes and join us for the upcoming Home & Garden Tour on Sunday, May 31st, 2026. Enjoy the splendid Victorian architecture and urban gardens at your own pace. 🌷🌹🌸Organized by West Central Germantown Neighbors.

🎟 Get your tickets today! $35 (link in bio)

04/28/2026

Hola amigos! Have you been wanting to practice your Spanish and meet new people? ¿Quieres practicar tu español y conocer nuevos amigos?
Join us for a Fiesta en el jardín at Historic Germantown—a relaxed evening filled with conversación, risas, and comunidad. Acompáñanos en una tarde especial con buena energía, charlas en español, y un ambiente acogedor al aire libre.

📅 Friday, May 8 | Viernes 8 de mayo
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 5501 Germantown Ave
💲 Cost: $10 - $15 dollars at the door (link in bio!)

Enjoy a refreshing bebida, light snacks, and great company.
Disfruta de una rica bebida, bocadillos, y excelente compañía.

🎟️ Your ticket enters you into a raffle to win a prize from El Quetzal!
🎟️ ¡Tu entrada también participa en una rifa con un premio de El Quetzal!
Bring a friend, your curiosity, y tus ganas de hablar español.
¡Nos vemos en el jardín!

Address

5501 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19144

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+12158441683

Website

https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/HistoricGermantownPreserved/dayofgiving26.html

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