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Paranormal Investigation
Join us for an in-depth investigation of the Keith House at Graeme Park. Long rumored to be Horsham's most haunted mansion, paranormal happenings have been reported here since the early 19th century when Elizabeth Graeme passed away. Small groups will be paired with an investigator who will lead you through the use of various equipment and detection methods. Groups will move around the house so you'll have the opportunity to explore all three floors. You may bring your own equipment if you…
Find out more »Christmas in the Colonies
Christmas in the colonies was celebrated differently, and sometimes not at all, by each ethnic group who settled here, bringing traditions from their homeland. Graeme Park was home to the Scottish Keith and Graeme families, Irish and German servants, enslaved workers, and later the Quaker Penroses. As you tour the rooms of the Keith House, costumed volunteers will present these different traditions to you – some you will recognize in our modern day celebrations or maybe you’ll discover something new…
Find out more »Cookies & Cocoa with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Kids 3-7 years old are invited to have cookies and cocoa with Santa and Mrs. Claus while Mrs. Claus reads them a classic Christmas story. Following the story and snack, kids will complete a small craft project and can visit with Santa and have their picture taken (bring your own camera/phone). 11 am or 1 pm. $8/child. No charge for accompanying adults, but due to limited space please do not bring more than two adults per family. Please purchase tickets in…
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 »Happy Birthday, Pennsylvania!
Join the Friends of Graeme Park as we celebrate the founding of Pennsylvania with a free tour of the Keith House and FREE CUPCAKES (until we run out). This annual statewide event commemorates the granting of the Pennsylvania Charter to William Penn. Tours will be self-guided with a docent in each room to answer questions and tell you a bit of the history. The house opens at noon and last admission will be at 3 pm. Don’t forget we “spring…
Find out more »SOLD OUT – Tea with Harriot Stanton Blatch
Join us for a presentation on Harriot Stanton Blatch followed by a tea with sandwiches and sweets. Harriot Stanton Blatch was the daughter of suffragette Elizabeth Cady Stanton. Raised in a family that encouraged debate and political conversation, young Harriot was exposed to such activists in the women’s movement as Sojourner Truth and Susan B. Anthony, as well as to her mother’s ideals. As a young woman, she emerged in her own right to lecture, write, lobby, and advocate for…
Find out more »Lunch & Learn: The Doan Gang, Outlaws of the Revolution
Join us for a waffle breakfast, catered hot lunch, and lecture on the Doan Gang of Bucks County, presented by the Mercer Museum in conjunction with their special exhibit. The Doan Gang was a group of British loyalists, the most notorious members being five brothers and one cousin from the Doan family of Plumstead, PA. The gang was composed of around 50 members who were accused murderers, attainted traitors, horse thieves, and ferried British prisoners of war to British lines.…
Find out more »Mother’s Day Breakfast
Treat Mom to a Mother’s Day breakfast in the large event tent at Graeme Park! After your meal, enjoy a tour of the Keith House. Seatings at 10 am and 10:30 am. $37 adults/teens; $32/members*; $13/kids (6-12); kids 5 and under are free. *Member discount is for Member (individual membership) or persons living together in a household (household membership) only. Please note: high chairs and booster seats are NOT available, but please reserve a seat for any child requiring a…
Find out more »Horsham Day – Free Tours
Take a free tour of the Keith House, Horsham Township's only National Historic Landmark, as part of the Horsham Day festivities. On the hour between 10 am and 2 pm.
Find out more »Free Father’s Day Tours for Men
We will be offering free tours for men 18 and older on Sunday, June 15 for Father’s Day at 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 pm. Women are $8 and children 6-18 are $6. Pay at the door. No reservations needed.
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