Dec. 18th - 20th

Join Eastern State Penitentiary as we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his 1963 "Letter from Birmingham Jail." Engage in special readings from the landmark text and respond to its relevance today. All special activities are free and open to the public. Daytime tours of Eastern State are available for standard admission prices.

Professional actors, youth, and community leaders read excerpts from Dr. King's letter three times a day on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. After each reading, visitors are invited to respond to the letter's relevance today during an informal discussion moderated by a civil rights scholar.

In addition, on Monday, January 20 only, join us for family activities (10 am - 4 pm) with the African American Museum in Philadelphia and Art Sanctuary, musical performances (1 pm and 3 pm) by Justin Griggs, and community electronics recycling (10 am - 2 pm) with PAR-Recycle Works. More information at www.EasternState.org.

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Mar. 18th - Jan. 9th

Visitors to Pennypacker Mills, a Montgomery County historic site are welcome year-round for guided tours of the completely furnished 20th century home of Pennsylvania Governor Samuel W. Pennypacker (1903-1907) and his family. Explore two stories of this unique historic home set on 170 acres of bucolic farmland. Visit for seasonal events, education programs & new exhibits in the Galleries. All tours must be pre-registered and confirmed by a staffer. Call 610-287-9349 or email pennypackermills@montcopa.org to pre-register for a guided tour. Tours take 1 hour; last tour at 3 pm. Please wear a mask and social distance.

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Apr. 8th - Oct. 31st

Looking for a fun, outdoor activity for the whole family? Come to Pennypacker Mills and walk the property finding answers to the questions in the Treasure Hunt. The history of the site will be revealed as you stop at informational signs and the Pennsylvania State marker along the way. Enjoy the beauty of the meadow as wildflowers bloom throughout the year. It's easy and fun and free!

What you need to know: Pick up an Outdoor Treasure Hunt brochure from the kiosk near the main parking lot. Follow the map and discover the answers as you walk the site. This is a free activity.


When: Pennypacker Mills is open Tuesday thru Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm; Sunday, 1 to 4 pm. Closed on Mondays and Holidays.

What else can I do at Pennypacker Mills: Take a guided tour! Included is the exhibit, "Greetings from Schwenksville," which features images from the collection of Pennypacker Mills, showing Schwenksville and the surrounding area at the turn-of-the-twentieth century. Tours must be pre-registered by calling 610-287-9349 or email PennypackerMills@montcopa.org. Tours must be confirmed by a staff member. Tours take 1 hour, last tour at 3 pm. Maximum of 10 people on a group tour. Tours are free, suggested donation $2/person.

About Pennypacker Mills - Known for its collection of 18th and 19th century decorative arts, furnishings, personal correspondence, and official documents of Samuel Pennypacker's term as Governor of Pennsylvania. The site offers guided tours, exhibitions, engaging education programs, and seasonal events. The Pennypacker mansion offers visitors a glimpse of life in the early 1900's when the Pennypacker family lived here.
Operated by the Montgomery County Division of Parks, Trails & Historic Sites.

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May. 1st - Aug. 9th

Topgolf Summer Academy

Our Summer Academy is five days of non-stop entertainment and learning that kids will love. This program includes all of the components that make up the great game of golf. From chipping, putting and full swing, to the rules and etiquette, kids will learn everything they need to know to improve their game.

Each Academy is designed and taught by our golf professionals from Topgolf Coach in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Summer Academy is staffed with a low student-to-instructor ratio to ensure each Junior Golfer receives in-depth, hands-on attention while he or she develops a winning golf swing.
Academy Details

Who: Children ages 6-12
When: 9:00AM - 12:00PM | Mon. - Fri.
Select your venue for exact dates.
Cost: $199
Attire: Please dress comfortably for the weather and wear flat, closed-toe shoes.
No golf spikes, please.

Daily Schedule

Child Drop Off: 8:30AM - 9:00AM
Academy Begins: 9:00AM
Lunch: 11:00AM - 11:30AM
Please let us know at registration if your child has any food allergies.
Child Pick Up: 12:00PM - 12:15PM

What's Included

Entry into the Academy
Topgolf Game Play and Golf Instruction
Lunch (Individually packaged for safety)
Topgolf Gifts
Certificate of Completion

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Jun. 19th - Aug. 8th

June 19 - - Aug 8, 2021 (7 weeks except the Independent Day weekend)
1:30 pm Instrument class
2:30 pm Interactive Music Fundamentals
Saturday: Western instruments - Violin, Cello, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Piano
Sunday: Chinese instruments - Erhu, Dizi, Pipa, Yangqin, Liuqin, Ruan, Sheng, Suona
Student Age: 7-14; Residency: San Francisco Bay Area
No age, date, instrument, and residency restrictions for one-on-one tuition lessons

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Aug. 14th

Performers Stacy Roth and folksinger Bob Dupre, present their favorite rhymes, riddles, rounds, and ditties from the 17th to early 19th centuries. In addition to vocals, selected songs are accompanied with guitar, fife, penny whistle, drum, and limberjack. Lots of audience participation. For kids, their parents, and their grandparents! Our interactive features include inventing rhymes, answering riddles, singing along, clapping along, jigging in place, learning Continental soldier facing movements to the drum, etc. Event time: 4 pm. Free

Our presenters will perform from the mansion porch. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on the lawn. Wear a mask and social distance. Fun for all ages.

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Oct. 2nd

Just in time for Halloween, an afternoon of ghost stories! Starting exactly at 3:13 pm on Saturday, October 2nd, join us for ghostly tales, legends, and spooky stories at Pennypacker Mills as Charles Adams III, known around the world as a collector of the paranormal, author and speaker tells ghostly tales, many of local origin.

Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, where he resides today, he is the author of many ghost books, including Ghost Stories of Montgomery County. A speaker at many paranormal conventions, he has also appeared on The History Channel's "Haunted America: New York" and "Haunted America: Philadelphia" programs and has served as consultant and on-air "expert" for programs on hauntings and ghosts on The Learning Channel and The Travel Channel.

Bring a chair or blanket to sit on, wear a mask and social distance outdoors on the lawn at Pennypacker Mills. Event time: 3:13 pm SHARP! Our "ghost host" will share his stories from the mansion porch. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Pennypacker Mills and is Free!

Ghost stories are a regular and beloved part of spooky fall fun and an activity. Who better to tell stories then Berks County's own Charles J. Adams III?

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Oct. 16th

Seeing more bats, witches, cats, and pumpkins lately? Then it's time for the All Hallow's Eve Fall Festival at Pennypacker Mills! The festival is from 1 to 4 p.m.

You can paint your own pumpkin, shuck corn, make apple cider using an old-fashioned press. Or, you can jump in the hay pile, play bean bag toss, and take a tractor-pulled hayride around the scenic meadow. It's all great family fun, and best of all, it's FREE!

Bring family and friends to one of Montgomery County's best Halloween destinations and enjoy an afternoon of fall fun! Pennypacker Mills is operated by the Montgomery County Division of Parks, Trails & Historic Sites. The site offers tours, education programs, exhibits, and seasonal events and is located at 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473. Call 610-287-9349 or visit us on the web at https://www.montcopa.org/pennypackermills.

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Nov. 23rd - Jan. 9th

Discover one of Montgomery County's most spectacular holiday destinations during this holiday season. Holiday Tours bring the warmth and authenticity of a 1900's Christmas at Pennsylvania Governor Samuel Pennypacker's mansion with displays of vintage styled decorations, children's toys, holiday sweets in the Dining Room, and stories of how the Pennypacker family celebrated the holidays. Come to the Pennypacker mansion and see a sparkling example of an early 20th century Christmas home you will feel welcome in now.

The Museum Shop is stocked with wonderful vintage inspired decorations, toys, books, and holiday sweets for the whole family. Plan your guided tour today. All tours must be pre-registered. Call 610-287-9349 or email PennypackerMills@montcopa.org. All tours must be confirmed by a staff member. Group tours are limited to 10 people maximum. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm; Sundays, 1 pm to 4 pm. Tours are FREE, with a suggested donation of $2 per person. Masks are required, social distance.

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Dec. 11th

See living historians portray family and friends within the beautifully decorated rooms at historic Pennypacker Mills. At each room, meet an interpreter who will share how the Christmas holiday we celebrate today all started back in the early 1900's. In the kitchen, see a demonstration of how clear toy candy is made in multiple shapes. From wrapped presents to the idea of sending Christmas cards, what a German putz represents, and what children wished for at Christmastime, you can see how our treasured traditions came to be. Holiday history not to be missed!

The Museum Shop is stocked with decorations and gift items that you won't find anywhere else. Buy some shiny glass icicles, Wilber buds, clear toy candy or Dresdens to liven up your decor! The Victorian Christmas Open House is FREE, with a suggested donation of $2/person. Wear a mask and social distance.

Pennypacker Mills, known for its original collection of 18th through early 20th century decorative arts, furnishings, and official and personal documents, offers guided tours, changing exhibits, educational programs, seasonal events, and craft workshops during the year. Admission & parking are free. The Pennypacker mansion offers visitors a glimpse of life in the early 1900's when the Pennypacker family lived here.

Museum hours are 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Tuesday through Saturday; 1:00 pm to 4 pm, Sunday. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Pennypacker Mills is located at 5 Haldeman Road, Schwenksville, PA.

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