Pencader Heritage Museum

Well, the ice is gone in our parking lot. A bit of mud is all that's left of our ice skating rink parking lot. We are now open for our regular hours: the first asnd third Saturdays of the month from 10-4pm. And, Wednesday from noon to 4pm. If you plan on coming from a distance please check here for any unexplected closures or at our website at---- pencaderheritage.org. Spring will come soon!

Well, the museum is iced in. The parking lot is not fit for man nor beast. We will be closed for a while. As soon as it's thawed out, we will post the news here. As you can see, Linda and Lisa had a hard time coming in to checks things out :-)

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The museum will be closed on Saturday, July 5th, to observe a long holiday weekend. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday. It will be hard to beat the grilling skills of Dad in this photograph, entitled, Man of the house barbecues steaks, 1942. Photographer Russell Lee, Prints and Photographs Division. Enjoy!

The outdoor event was only for one day, but you will be amazed at what's inside! We have permanent and temporary displays.
Come visit us on...
The 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 10am - 4pm.
Wednesdays, Noon - 3PM.
Other times by appointment, and watch our website and this page for special events and lectures.

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Pencader Museum's Annual Spring Music & More Event! 🎉 Spring is in bloom and the sounds of the 28th PA Regimental Brass Band's music is returning on Sat. May 17th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (with an hour break at noon). Bring a chair or blanket and relax in our historic setting as you are transported by the musical talent of these enthusiastically dedi...

The museum will be closed starting Saturday, 12/21/24. We will resume our regular hours after the new year. We thank the community for all your support and look forward to new and exciting adventures in 2025. Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday.

Remembrance event marks 247th anniversary of the Battle of Cooch's Bridge The Pencader Heritage Museum commemorated the 247th anniversary of the Battle of Cooch's Bridge on Saturday.

DON’t forget the Memorial Service- tomorrow Sept 7 th.

September 3, 1777, Cooch's Bridge was the site of the first battle of the Philadelphia Campaign (Revolutionary War) and it remains the only battlefield on Delaware soil. At least two-dozen Continental soldiers were killed during this battle and are buried in forgotten, unmarked graves somewhere on the battlefield.
Join us in honoring these fallen soldiers at this 247th Memorial Service.

This public event is free, including parking, demonstrations, programs and access to the museum. Registration (free ticket) is encouraged so we can better gauge how many will be attending.

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Food and drink will be available for purchase.
Available seating will be limited so feel free to bring your lawn chairs.

Reenactors, demonstrations and presentations will be active from 10-11:30 a.m. and resume after the 12 Noon Memorial Service until 2 p.m.
Demonstrations: (On-going throughout the event)
Period basket weaving, dress making, children's games, a soldier's life and more. Presentations:
--10:15 a.m..."Delaware Patriot Heroes: Robert Kirkwood and Peter Jaquett" -This presentation is a general overview of Ken Wiggins' latest book of the same title (available for purchase and for Ken to sign). Robert Kirkwood and Peter Jaquett were battle buddies in the Delaware Continental Regiment who relied upon one another on and off the field. They led their respective companies through 32 battles over almost eight years of war.
--1:15 p.m..."The Battle of Cooch's Bridge Revisited" -An informative review of the only battle fought on Delaware soil and the first engagement of the Philadelphia Campaign. Presented by James Stone and Keith Jackson of the PHAA, utilizing a diorama for easier understanding of the logistics and movements during the battle.

At least a half-a-dozen history-theme organizations are participating in this event and will have information to share for your perusing pleasure.

2024 PHAA Annual Ceremony Commemorating the Battle of Cooch's Bridge. On September 3, 1777, at Cooch's Bridge, was the first battle of the Philadelphia Campaign and remains the only battlefield on Delaware soil. At least two-dozen Continental soldiers were killed during this battle and are buried in forgotten, unmarked graves somewhere on the battlefield. Join us in h...

We are closed for the July 4th holiday and will reopen Wednesday, July 10th. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Meanwhile, here's a photograph of our wonderful, original 35-star flag which became the official flag of our country 161 years ago... one day after the Battle of Gettysburg ended. Drop in to see one of our favorite artifacts up close when we are all back from the beach and the fireworks :-) Have a safe holiday.

"William Penn, an uncommon retrospective". Next in our continuing Did You Know... speaker series, "William Penn, an uncommon retrospective", is presented by yours and our favorite James Stone, PHAA board member and living historian. James will delve into some of the lesser known and often overlooked details of Penn's tumultuous life of p***e...