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Walk through history as we guide you to things to learn, places to discover, and events that help connect us to our rich heritage.
Walk through history as we guide you to things to learn, places to discover, and events that help connect us to our rich heritage.
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Discover the stories behind where we came from, how we arrived here, and what we are doing now to serve our community.
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Get to know more about HBMS — dedicated to telling the stories of Bethlehem's past and its lasting impact on our community.
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Find out why our city is The Christmas City while planning your scenic downtown visit and warming to our holiday traditions.
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Review updates and progress on Historic Bethlehem’s initiative to grow closer to our World Heritage nomination.
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Work with us and share in our mission to keep our history alive while building our future together.
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Check out the tours and programs that Historic Bethlehem is offering during Musikfest!
More InformationOn July 6th and 7th, all guests will receive complimentary admission to the Moravian Museum of Bethlehem and the Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts.
More InformationAn open and honest dialogue between author Shanita Hubbard and Professor Andrew McIntosh, exploring themes found in Hubbard’s published writings and recent book “Ride or Die: A Feminist Manifesto for the Well-Being of Black Women.”
More InformationJoin us, in collaboration with Marche Maison for an afternoon of sophistication, style, and cultural celebration at “April in Paris” – where timeless elegance meets modern allure. Come for an afternoon filled with vintage treasures and Parisian magic!
More InformationBaseball has always been fun, but it hasn’t always looked like it does today. Believe it or not, early baseball players played the game without padded gloves or protective gear and used a bat that was flat on one side! Likewise, the earliest baseball games were played without foul lines or a three-strike rule. Join us at Burnside for an 1864-style matchup between the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia, and the Brandywine Base Ball Club!
More InformationFebruary 25th is World Bookmark Day! To celebrate the occasion, enjoy a presentation from author and collector Ann Supsic.
More InformationExperience the magic of silk puppetry with artist and puppeteer, Robin Walsh in this three-part program.
More InformationYou Point We Pick program at Burnside Plantation (Bethlehem’s farm in the city) allows guests to select from garden vegetables, herbs, and flowers.
More InformationLooking to add to your art collection, or interested in starting your art collection? Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites has a colorful event for you! Art enthusiasts have a chance to become art collectors at HBMS’ Got Art! event each year at the Luckenbach Mill.
More Information505 Main Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Today's Hours 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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