Summer Fun

August 2 through August 6, 2010

An exciting day camp that makes history fun! Campers will take part in historic games played by Colonists and Native Americans. Campers will learn about nature by exploring the 44-acre historic site and the restored 1920’s greenhouse. A fieldtrip day to other local historic sites is also included. Craft projects, games and much more are in store.

Craft Show

October 1, 2 and 3, 2010

Artists display their crafts throughout the mansion and heated tent. Fabric, pottery, hand-bags, jewelry and fabric art are some of the crafts that will be for sale. Admission charged. Saturday hours are 10AM-5PM and Sunday hours are 10AM-4PM.

A Preview Party will be held Friday, October 1 from 6PM-9PM for guests to shop in advance of the show’s weekend hours. Reservation are required for the Preview Party; please call, 215-641-2687, to request an invitation.

Pumpkins

Sunday, October 24, 7PM-9PM

Elaborately carved pumpkins are on display to welcome Halloween. The cost will be $10 per car for Highlands Members and $15 per car for non-Highlands members. All proceeds benefit The Highlands Historical Society, which exists to educate our community about the history and evolution of a Pennsylvania country estate.

Art Show

November 4 through November 8, 2010

Paintings by regional professional artists will be displayed throughout the first floor of the mansion, including still life, landscape and marine paintings. Please check back again for preview party information, show times and admission fee

J Boats Newport

Stanley Bielen, The Highlands

Hunt Breakfast

Sunday, November 14, 2010

The Hunt Breakfast is the oldest fundraising event for The Highlands; proceeds from the event are used for the ongoing maintenance, restoration and preservation of the Highlands Mansion and historic grounds, as well as for The Highlands Historical Society’s myriad educational activities and programs. A delicious Sunday morning brunch, drinks, live music, raffle and auction. Reservations are required for The Hunt Breakfast.

Haldy Gifford, Hunt Breakfast

Old-Fashioned Holiday

Tuesday, December 7, 2010, 4PM-6PM

Welcome the 2010 holiday season by celebrating traditions of the past. Children will have the opportunity to try their hand making 19th century holiday crafts and sampling seasonal treats. Reservations are recommended.