Spring Lecture
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28 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf, PA
Mr Glen Retief, Associate Professor of non-fiction writing at Susquehanna University, will present a lecture about Conrad Weiser.
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Living History Sunday
FeaturedEducation Center 28 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf, PALiving history will include reenactors portraying the Berks County Militia of the Revolutionary War period and a
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Canceled CANCELLED – Basket class
Education Center 28 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf, PAThe Friends of the Conrad Weiser Homestead are sponsoring a hands‑on basket‑making class where participants learn traditional techniques and create a functional Market Basket to take home. Guided step by step by an experienced instructor, the workshop is suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters.
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Colonial Craft and Demonstration Day
All LocationsVisitors will have the opportunity to see numerous 18th-century craft demonstrators, from quill writing to weaving. Learn about the historical context, materials, and equipment of the mid- to late-18th century. Some demonstrators will also have their materials for sale. At 3 pm, there will be a short ceremony marking the reopening of our log building.
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Theorem Painting Workshop
Education Center 28 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf, PADiscover the rich history and unique techniques of Theorem Painting, a treasured Early American art form that thrived in Colonial New England during the first half of the 19th century. This engaging workshop invites participants to recreate a 9x12 inch painting in the traditional Theorem Painting style. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you...
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Canceled CANCELLED — Historic Trappe Bus Trip
Four historic properties will be open for guided tours on September 19 for the Friends of the Conrad Weiser Homestead. The Center for Pennsylvania German Studies, located in the Dewees Tavern, has 5 exhibition galleries and archives. The Henry Muhlenberg House is a fully furnished house museum interpreting the families of Lutheran pastors Henry Muhlenberg...
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Living History Sunday
Weiser House GroundsStep back in time and discover what life was like in the 18th century. Witness open-hearth cooking in the Springhouse kitchen, offering a unique opportunity to learn about 18th-century foodways and how meals were traditionally prepared during that era. In honor of the 250th celebration, the Berks County Militia will be present to share the story...
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Fall Park Walk
Memorial Park 30 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf, United StatesWalk through the Memorial Park with David Sonnen, President of the Friends of Conrad Weiser Homestead.
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Fall Lecture
FeaturedEducation Center 28 Weiser Lane, Womelsdorf, PAA lecture about the German Regiment.
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Candlelight Tours
All LocationsDuring your visit to the historic area, you will be taken on a guided tour through various scenarios that bring the past to life. Knowledgeable interpreters are available throughout the site, ready to answer your questions and share insights into the history and traditions of the region. One of the highlights of your visit will...