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POSTPONED – The “Dead” of Winter – An Historical Séance
It’s the dead of winter, 1919, and you’re invited to join us for a theatrical, historically-based séance in the spooky, candlelit parlor of the Keith House at Graeme Park. The experience will be conducted in the style of an early 20th century séance when “mediums” and “psychics” took advantage of those for whom death was a very near experience, perhaps having recently lost loved ones in the 1918 flu pandemic or the first World War, by using trickery and magic…
Find out more »Tea with Louisa May Alcott
You know Louisa May Alcott as the author of the beloved young adult novel, Little Women. Although she immortalized her family’s life in Massachusetts in her writing, she was born in Pennsylvania, just miles from Graeme Park. Join her in 1868 as she visits her birth state on an author’s speaking tour, on the heels of the surprise success of part one of her most successful work to date, Little Women: or Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. The program will…
Find out more »Postponed – Living History Sunday: Colonial Chores
Join the servants at Graeme Park as we busily prepare for the Graeme family's arrival to their summer home for the season. Cooking, cleaning, polishing, airing, and gardening all must take place to prepare for the Graeme's to host and entertain their Philadelphia friends at their country estate here in Horsham. It's all hands on deck and we may even "hire" you to help us out for the day. 12 noon - 3 pm.
Find out more »Good Ol’ Summertime 4th of July Celebration
Join us as we traverse 1776 through the turn of the 20th century in celebration of freedom and independence. The first public reading of the Declaration of Independence was held on July 8, 1776, and our colonial dressed volunteers will follow suit by reenacting this reading. Independence Day became a Federal holiday in 1870 and lead to the rise of celebrations that included picnics and ice cream socials. The Tapestry Historic Dance Ensemble, in late 19th century costumes, will be…
Find out more »SOLD OUT – The “Dead” of Summer
It’s the dead of summer, 1919, and you’re invited to join us for a theatrical, historically-based séance in the spooky, candlelit parlor of the Keith House at Graeme Park. The experience will be conducted in the style of an early 20th century séance when “mediums” and “psychics” took advantage of those for whom death was a very near experience, perhaps having recently lost loved ones in the 1918 flu pandemic or the first World War, by using trickery and magic…
Find out more »Lunch & Learn: An Afternoon with Alice Paul
Join historic interpreter Chris Flynn as she presents Alice Paul. Dressed in character, Flynn portrays Alice as she fights for the right for women to vote. Alice Paul was a wealthy, well-educated, practicing Quaker, called to public service by her faith. She is considered the architect of the writing and passage of the 19th Amendment of the Constitution, which awarded women across the county the right to vote. Chris Flynn is a lifelong Bucks County resident, and retired from a…
Find out more »SOLD OUT – The “Dead” of Winter
It’s the dead of winter, 1919, and you’re invited to join us for a theatrical, historically-based séance in the spooky, candlelit parlor of the Keith House at Graeme Park. The experience will be conducted in the style of an early 20th century séance when “mediums” and “psychics” took advantage of those for whom death was a very near experience – perhaps having recently lost loved ones in the 1918 flu pandemic or the first World War – by using trickery…
Find out more »4th of July Celebration
Join us as we celebrate freedom and independence with a performance of the Star Spangled Banner and a reading of the Declaration of Independence by our colonial costumed reenactors. The Tapestry Historic Dance Ensemble will be demonstrating period dances and there will be trivia, free ice cream (while supplies last), and kids (or adults) can try their hand at writing with a quill pen just like Thomas Jefferson used when he penned the Declaration. The Keith House will be open for guided tours following the reading.…
Find out more »The Dead of Summer
It’s the dead of summer, 1919, and you’re invited to join us for a theatrical, historically-based séance in the spooky, candlelit parlor of the Keith House at Graeme Park. The experience will be conducted in the style of an early 20th century séance when “mediums” and “psychics” took advantage of those for whom death was a very near experience – perhaps having recently lost loved ones in the 1918 flu pandemic or the first World War – by using trickery…
Find out more »Tea & Maternity
Tea and Maternity - how fashion, society, and medicine shaped motherhood in the 18th century Today and 300 years ago, welcoming a new child changes everything. Explore the intimate, complex world of pregnancy and infant care in colonial America at Graeme Park. This immersive, research-based program will bring to life the experiences of an 18th century midwife and maternity patient. You’ll learn how pregnancy shaped women’s daily lives—altering their clothing, diet, hygiene, and roles within the household. Discover the medical…
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