Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center

From sausage to scrapple, discover Pennsylvania Dutch foods through historic objects, photos, and art in this special double exhibit at the Heritage Center. Trace the evolution of the best-known and loved Pennsylvania Dutch foods.

These programs are free of charge, and there is no registration needed. Just drop into the Stauffer Education Room. Fun for all ages! Younger children may need a parent or guardian to assist them.

Knoll, with its production plant in the Valley since 1941, has been central to the economy of the Upper Perkiomen Valley as well as an international style setter. Come hear from employees past and present about Knoll's history and role in the community. An invited panel will kick off the conversation but then we want to hear from everyone about their experiences. Admission is free. Refreshments will be served.

Enjoy the talent of 43 regional artists and over 70 pieces of art. Show runs May 3 - May 19. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM; Sunday 1 PM to 4 PM.

Enjoy the talent of 43 regional artists and over 70 pieces of art. Talk with the artists, understand their process a bit more and even find that piece that captures your heart, touches your soul, and tells your story. It could just be your exceptional day! Come for the art and enjoy so much more. Refreshments; Music by Harpist Betsy Chapman; Cash Raffle at Reception ONLY for two $100 Gift Cards from BLICK art materials; Art & Craft Gift Shop - PAAG Members are offering special smaller art & craft items in the Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center Gift Shop on the first floor. Treat someone you love or just yourself!

There is no charge to attend this event, but please register to attend this reception so we can plan for your presence.

SHOW RUNS: Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 19;

GALLERY HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM / Sunday, 1 to 4 PM
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Enjoy the talent of 43 regional artists and over 70 pieces of art. Show runs May 3 - May 19. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM; Sunday 1 PM to 4 PM.

Dave Luz is in contact with a number of friends in or near Lower Silesia (now southwest Poland) through social media. In this informal presentation, Dave will present happenings in Twardocice (Harpersdorf) and the surrounding community over the last couple of years-perhaps even from a few days ago!

Program in-person or via Zoom. Register by emailing info@schwenkfelder.org or calling 215-679-3103. FREE

Enjoy the talent of 43 regional artists and over 70 pieces of art. Show runs May 3 - May 19. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM; Sunday 1 PM to 4 PM.

The United States' first official world fair, staged in Philadelphia in 1876, was designed to showcase America's industrial and cultural progress in the 100 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The exposition played host to over 30,000 exhibitors, representing 37 nations from across four continents. The New York Tribune described the display of British furniture and decorative arts in the Main Exhibition Building as 'the most striking collections of the fair'. Of particular note was the Royal School of Needlework's stand, a 'magnificent tent' constructed of purple velvet hangings and ornamented inside and out with wall hangings, portières and window curtains together with embroidered chairs, screens, cabinets, cushions, and other soft furnishings, designed by such eminent British artists as William Morris, Walter Crane and George Frederick Bodley, among others. The RSN stand received a Certificate of Award, and in the opinion of the American designer Candace Wheeler, 'sowed the seed' for the development of art embroidery in the United States. Lynn Hulse will explore some of the work exhibited by the School at Philadelphia and its impact on the development of artistic needlework for the home on both sides of the Atlantic.

The Penn Dry Goods Market is a textile-focused antiques and vintage show with dealers hailing from Pennsylvania and other locations on the east coast. Our dealers are among the best in antique textiles, offering samplers and other needlework, quilts, coverlets and woven objects, linens, yardage, sewing smalls, sewing tools and equipment, buttons, baskets, and general Americana. Visitors will find treasures from across the country and around the globe at a variety of prices! Tickets at door $9 ($8 in advance on website).