Museums
Moravian Museum
of Bethlehem- (0.05 miles)
66 West Church Street
Bethlehem , PA 18018
(610) 691-6055
Visit the oldest building in Bethlehem, originally an apothecary,
built in 1752. See where Bethlehem was started by early settlers
with a unique way of life. Go back in time and learn about the
early Moravian settlers and the history of this area.
Gemein
Haus - (0.05 miles)
66 West Church Street
Bethlehem , PA 18018
610-867-0450
Log cabin built entirely without nails, the Haus served as the
Moravian's church at one time and is now a museum of Moravian history.
Visitors can see antique furniture, crafts, toys, and art.
John
Sebastian Goundie House - (0.1 miles)
501 Main Street
Bethlehem , PA 18018
610-691-5300
This is a well preserved and restored Federal House dating back
to 1810. It once served as the home to the local brewer, today
is a house museum.
Bethlehem
Visitor Center - (0.1 miles)
509 Main Street
Bethlehem , PA 18018
610-691-6055
A year-round family adventure, Historic Bethlehem is home to a
majestic holiday experience, great festivals and other attractions.
The visitor center is located in the city's historic downtown,
blocks from the original Moravian settlement from more than 250
years ago.
Kemerer
Museum of Decorative Arts - (0.2 miles)
427 North New Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
610-868-6868
Located in Bethlehem's National Register Historic District, Kemerer
Museum of Decorative Arts is housed in two historic buildings.
Its permanent collection encompasses 250 years of fine period furniture,
silver, glass, textiles, china, paintings, toys and grand mementos,
beautifully displayed to showcase Bethlehem's early history.
Colonial
Industrial Quarter - (0.2 miles)
459 Old York Road
Bethlehem, PA 18018
610-691-0603
The Colonial Industrial Quarter features historic buildings including
a tannery, mill, and the first waterworks in the Colonies. Self-guided
tours of the quarter are available.
Old City Walking Tour - (0.25 miles)
52 West Broad Street
Bethlehem , PA 18018
800-360-8687
The one-hour guided tour with a guide dressed in traditional Moravian
attire through Bethlehem's historic district will take you on an
exploration back in time! Visit the 1714 Gemeinhaus, the 1803 Central
Moravian Church, the 1715 Old Chapel, the 1742 God's Acre and the
1758 Nain House.
1751
Old Chapel - (0.75 miles)
Church Street and Heckewelder Place
Bethlehem , PA 18018
610-691-6055
The 1751 Old Chapel has always played a part
of the area’s
history, especially in the American Revolution but also in the
development of Moravian Music.
Burnside
Plantation - (0.9 miles)
Box 1305
Bethlehem , PA 18016
610-868-5044
Burnside Plantation is one of the most impressive living museums
around. Originally an 18th century Moravian farm, the Plantation
demonstrates farming methods between 1748 and 1848, a time of great
change in agriculture. Experience what life must have been like
on a Moravian farm and develop an understanding of early American
domestic crafts and lifestyle. Also on the site was an old Native
American village.
Mack Truck
Museum - (3.9 miles)
997 Postal Road
Allentown , PA 18103
610-266-6767
See 14 Mack truck models from 1907 to 1973, plus memorabilia and
photographs. Occasional changes in displays. If you like trucks,
this museum is sure to fascinate!
Lehigh County
Historical Museum - (4.6 miles)
Fifth and Hamilton Streets
Allentown, PA 18105
610-435-4664
The museum displays artifacts from the Native Americans, German
settlers, and others. The museum also houses a research and genealogical
library.
Liberty Bell Shrine Museum -
(4.8 miles)
622 Hamilton Street
Allentown , PA 18101
610-435-4232
In 1777, as the British were about to seize Philadelphia there
was fear that the King's Army would destroy the great bell in Independence
Hall that symbolized the American Republic. The bell was removed
and hidden for nearly a year in a Church, where the memorial stands
today.
Moravian
Historical Society and Whitefield House Museum -
(9.4 miles)
214 East Center Street
Nazareth , PA 18064
610-759-5070
One of the oldest historical societies in Pennsylvania, the Moravian
Historical Society was established in 1857 to preserve the history
of the Moravian Church. Also see fine and decorative arts, hear
music, and visit the genealogical research library.
Gray Cottage - (9.4 miles)
214 East Center Street
Nazareth , PA 18064
610-759-5070
Built in 1740, this log house is the oldest Moravian building
in the country.
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