history : sites
1750/1761Smithy
459 Old York Rd., Bethlehem, PA;
call 610-691-6055.
Historic Bethlehem Partnership (HBP) is dedicated to interpreting, preserving, and promulgating Bethlehem's early history.
1751 Old Chapel
Church Street & Heckewelder Place, Bethlehem, PA;
call 610-691-6055 or 1-800-360-TOUR.
Hours of operation for ticket purchases: Nov. 27-Dec. 15 Thurs. -Sun. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Mon-Wed. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Dec. 16-30 daily 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Closed Dec. 24 & 25. Open Dec. 31 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
1810 Goundie House
501 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA;
call (610) 691-6055.
The restored home of early 19th Century brewer, John Sebastian Goundie, portrays middle-class life of the time. Believed to be the 1st brick house in Bethlehem. Self-guided tours all year except January and major holidays. Tues-Sun 12-4pm. Free.
Burnside Plantation
1461 Schoenersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA;
call 610-691-6055.
This 6.5 acre historic plantation illustrates everyday life on a Moravian farm from 1748-1848. Step back into time as you tour the farmhouse and mid-19th century bank barn complete with horsepower wheel.
Colonial Industrial Quarter
459 Old York Rd., Bethlehem, PA;
call 610-691-6055.
This treasure along the Monocacy Creek features the 1761 Tannery, 1762 Waterworks, and the 1869 Luckenbach Mill.
Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts
427 N. New Street, Bethlehem, PA;
call 610-691-6055.
Elegant period rooms, galleries and changing exhibits present more than 250 years of design history. After touring the museum, walk outside and relax in the Kemerer's serene and beautiful Victorian garden. Take a 45-minute tour of the museum containing paintings, textiles, antique toys and furniture, glassware, china. Interactive tour available for children and families.
Moravian Museum of Bethlehem
66 W. Church Street, Bethlehem, PA;
call 610-691-6055.
The Moravian Museum is located in the 1741 Gemeinhaus (National Historical Landmark), the oldest building in Bethlehem and one of the largest 18th century log structures in the U.S. Take a 45-minute guided tour of 12 exhibit rooms. All year except January and major holidays. Tues-Sat 12-4pm. Call for prices.
Welcome Center
505 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA;
call 610-691-6055.
Historic Bethlehem Partnership (HBP) is dedicated to interpreting, preserving, and promulgating Bethlehem's early history.
HistoryWorks!
459 Old York Rd., Bethlehem, PA;
call (610) 691-0603.
Bring your children to our super, award-winning, hands-on gallery and they'll be grinding corn in a quern, hammering out a nail, and even dressing up like colonial children. Explore, experience, enjoy!
Moravian Archives
41 W. Locust Street, Bethlehem, PA;
call (610) 866-3255.
– Downtown Bethlehem Assocation member
