News Flash

Registration is Open for Spring Master Naturalist Training Course at Norristown Farm Park

NORRISTOWN, PA – Norristown Farm Park, in partnership with nonprofit Pennsylvania Master Naturalist, will host a volunteer Master Naturalist Training Course where Montgomery County residents can learn more about nature and support conservation e...

Pennypacker Mills Presents: Traveling on the Perkiomen Railroad

SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – On Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 1 p.m., guests are invited to Pennypacker Mills for a free, in-depth presentation on the Perkiomen Railroad, presented by Steve Mallon, President of the Perkiomen Railroad Historical Society....

Local Historic Homes Offer Holiday Tours & Events

NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites invites the public to attend upcoming holiday events and tours hosted at its historic sites throughout the remainder of November and December. These events are family friendly ...

Green Lane Park Announces November Educational Programs

GREEN LANE, PA – Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park will host three educational programs in November.

Holiday Craft WorkshopSaturday November 19, 2022, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.Participants can choose from several craft projects including a holiday centerpiec...

Pottsgrove Manor Welcomes Dan Graham to Share Iron History

POTTSTOWN, PA – Iron researcher and author, Dan Graham, presents on the historic origins of the Pennsylvania iron industry, through the story of Thomas Rutter this Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 1 p.m., at Pottsgrove Manor.

Before the Potts family became t...

Green Lane Park to Host Fall Foliage Ramble on October 29

GREEN LANE, PA – Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park will host a “Fall Foliage Ramble” on Saturday, October 29, 2022, beginning at 1 p.m. Join us for a stroll on the beautiful Blue Trail as we investigate the wonder...

“Washington in Worcester” Exhibit Now Open at Peter Wentz Farmstead

LANSDALE, PA – The Peter Wentz Farmstead is pleased to announce the opening of its brand-new exhibit, “From Home to Headquarters: Washington in Worcester” running September 30 through November 29. Visitors are invited to go b...

Pennypacker Mills Announces All Hallows’ Eve Fall Festival

SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – Join the fun on Saturday, October 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. as Pennypacker Mills celebrates Halloween with hayrides around the meadow, kid-crafts, pumpkin painting, hay pile jumping, a bean bag toss game, and seasonal refreshments...

Upper Perkiomen Bird and Wildlife Festival Returns to Green Lane Park

GREEN LANE, PA – Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park will host the 11th Annual Upper Perkiomen Bird and Wildlife Festival on Saturday, September 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visitors are invited to come to the park for a memorable day of ...

Pennypacker Mills to Host Edgar Allen Poe Porch Performance

SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – Visitors are invited to Pennypacker Mills on October 1, 2022 for this year’s final Porch Performance, Edgar Allen Poe: Readings from Virginia Poe. 

Actress Alisa Dupuy will portray Virginia Clemm Poe and tal...

Peter Wentz Farmstead Announces Upcoming Civil War Themed Weekend

LANSDALE, PA – The Civil War is coming to the Peter Wentz Farmstead on September 17 and 18, 2022! Visitors are invited to experience how the War affected society from both a military and civilian perspective.

Battery F First Pennsylvania Light Artillery wi...

Upper Schuylkill Valley Park Announces Butterfly Celebration

ROYERSFORD, PA – The public is invited to Upper Schuylkill Valley Park on Saturday, August 27 from 10 a.m. to Noon celebrate a beautiful little insect, the butterfly!

This annual program includes information on tagging, feeding, and raising butte...

Visitors Invited to Learn About the Past this Summer at Pottsgrove Manor

POTTSTOWN, PA – Visitors of all ages are invited to take part in the games and amusements of colonial Pennsylvania and learn more about the museum with events at Pottsgrove Manor throughout the summer. 

18th Century Sports DaySaturday, J...

Pennypacker Mills Announces Summer Happenings

SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – The public is invited to Pennypacker Mills, the historic mansion home of former Pennsylvania Governor Samuel W. Pennypacker to attend upcoming summer programs at the historic site. 

Porch Performance: “Fire ...

Peter Wentz Farmstead Now Accepting Registrations for Kids Colonial Camp July 11-15, 2022

LANSDALE, PA –  Have you ever dreamed of traveling into the past? Well, we may not have a time machine, but we’ve got the next best thing. Join us this summer for the Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Colonial Camp, where you ...

Pottsgrove Manor Invites Community to Two Juneteenth Programs

POTTSTOWN, PA – The public is invited to join Pottsgrove Manor for a Juneteenth Book Club and lecture on Saturday, June 18, 2022 to honor the history of the black experience in America.

Juneteenth Book Club Saturday, June 18, 10 a.m. to Noon&n...

Green Lane Park Summer Concert Series Sponsored by PECO Starts This Weekend

GREEN LANE, PA – Green Lane Park announced it will kick off its 2022 Summer Concert Series this weekend. Visitors are invited to attend these live open-air performances on Sunday evenings from 6-8 p.m. Four concerts will be hosted throughout the...

Pennypacker Mills Announces June Events

SCHWENKSVILLE, PA – Looking for new and exciting events for the whole family to enjoy? Pennypacker Mills is the place! The following events will be held in June.

Meet Harriet TubmanSaturday, June 4 at 4 p.m. In celebration of Juneteenth,...

7th Annual Montco Trail Challenge Returns

*This post has been updated to reflect the new kickoff date of June 4, 2022.

NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County announced today the return of the Montco Trail Challenge for its seventh year. This annual family-friendly program encourages particip...

Pottsgrove Manor to Welcome Spring at Annual Colonial Mayfair

Lower Perkiomen Valley Park Announces Upcoming Spring Events

OAKS, PA – The public is invited to join in the fun of springtime events at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park. Back by popular demand is Orienteering for Beginners and our Digital Scavenger Hunt. Each event will guarantee a great family outing to enjoy...

Peter Wentz Farmstead Announces Return of their Annual Sheep Shearing Day

Montgomery County Extends “Code Blue” Cold Weather Declaration to March 29, 2022

Green Lane Park Announces April Events

Norristown Farm Park Announces March Events

NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County's Norristown Farm Park has released their upcoming educational and family-friendly events scheduled for March.

Evening Bird WalkFriday, March 11, 6 p.m.Join us to explore species that are active in the evening hours. Sear...

Montgomery County Extends “Code Blue” Cold Weather Declaration to February 26, 2022

Pennypacker Mills Announces New Exhibit, Stereographing America: A 3-D History of Stereographs

Green Lane Park Announces February and March Events

Montgomery County Extends “Code Blue” Cold Weather Declaration to February 16, 2022

Pennypacker Mills to Host Talk on Philadelphia Immigrants

Montgomery County Extends “Code Blue” Cold Weather Declaration to February 1, 2022

Norristown Farm Park Announces February Events

Pottsgrove Manor Announces Upcoming Winter Events

Montgomery County Extends “Code Blue” Cold Weather Declaration to January 18, 2022

Montgomery County Extends “Code Blue” Cold Weather Declaration to January 12, 2022

Pennypacker Mills to Host Woodstove Cooking Workshop

Norristown Farm Park Announces January Events

Norristown Farm Park Announces December Events

NORRISTOWN, PA – Montgomery County's Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events scheduled for December.

Owl Prowl- Adult OnlySaturday, December 4, 4:30 p.m. Limited SpaceLooking for an awesome date...

Historic Pennypacker Mills Announces Annual Victorian Christmas Open House

Green Lane Park Announces November and December Events

Norristown Farm Park Announces November Events

Green Lane Park Announces Fall Events

The Craft Marketplace Celebrates its 10th Anniversary at Pennypacker Mills

Green Lane Park Announces Environmental Educational Programs for June

Peter Wentz Farmstead Selected as National Underground Railroad Historic Site

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) Green Resource Center at Farm Park

Norristown Farm Park currently has a designated area under construction that will eventually house the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) Green Resource Center at Farm Park, which includes a number of  amenities and services to benefit our ...