Welcome to the Perkasie Historical Society
Perkasie Historical Society, founded in 1954, strives to help preserve the history of Perkasie Borough. Perkasie is located approximately 30 miles north of Philadelphia. Our volunteer organization relies on the support of the community as it cares for the four historic venues: the South Perkasie Covered Bridge, the Perkasie Carousel, Perkasie Museum and the Stout Family Cemetery.
All are welcome to attend our carousel openings, meetings, and other community activities. The Perkasie Historical Society is lead by a Volunteer Board providing oversight for our sites and functions. Website and Photo Gallery sponsored by Frentzen Financial Solutions, Perkasie, PA
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The Perkasie Historical Society has regular dinner meetings featuring a speaker or program. Meetings are held at 6:30 pm at the St. Stephen's UCC, 110 N. 6th Street, Perkasie.
Reservations for dinner are necessary. Reservation information If the need arises, please be considerate and cancel your dinner reservation before 3 PM. Meeting Schedule Due to the Coronovirus (COVID-19) restrictions we are going to pause our Membership Dinner Meetings. Please continue to check this website for updates. Looking Back on Perkasie September 14, 2020: 6:30 PM - In case you missed it , this is a repeat Zoom Feature Presentation. Rick Doll and Matt Lynch, historian/curators of Perkasie Historical Society Museum: "Vintage Images of Perkasie" Photo show of images from the collection of Perkasie Historical Society member, the late Mark Frederick . Join our Zoom session! https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77613066561?pwd=bWYwQnpqMjE3MUh5K29IQkxTSG83dz09 Meeting ID: 776 1306 6561 Passcode: 84s7y3 Reminders: The session will start promptly at 6:30. For everyones benefit, please remain muted upon entry. October 6, 2020: 6:30 PM Zoom Presentation Robin Robertson, Bucks County Recorder of Deeds : "Bucks County History through Deed Books." Robin Robinson, Bucks County Recorder of Deeds, discusses finding the old deed books and how they are being preserved. She also goes through the history that can be found in the books, with stories dating back to historical figures such as William Penn and Benjamin Franklin. Join our Zoom session! https://buckscounty.zoom.us/j/99889903312?pwd=QitpMk12RTZKOGFQdndXeDNpQ1lTQT09 Meeting ID: 998 8990 3312 Passcode: 172240 November 3, 2020: 6:30 PM Zoom Presentation Rick Doll, historian/curator of Perkasie Historical Society Museum "Perkasie Firsts" The presentation will share past events and inventions of Perkasie residents, that were the first of their kind. Join our Zoom session! https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74492272873?pwd=b1NZWGxTTXpPK3lVY0x1MzFXcFVQdz09 Meeting ID: 744 9227 2873 Passcode: p6QWLn December 1, 2020: Pennridge High School Music Please continue to check this website for updates. Perkasie Historical Society MuseumThe Perkasie Historical Society Museum is located in the former Lehigh Valley Transit Trolley Station located at 513 W. Walnut Street in Perkasie.
The museum is open to the public during Perkasie Borough events and on selected weekends May through December. Hours can also be arranged by appointment. Please contact the Perkasie Historical Society for special requests. Museum Displays
Due to the Coronovirus (COVID-19) restrictions and cancellation of Perkasie Borough events, we are going to pause our In-Person Museum Displays. Please continue to check this website for updates. October 3rd and 4th 2020: Cancelled Perkasie Fall Fest: "Perkasie's Sweet Treats" November 14th and 15th 2020: Trains and Trolleys December 5, 2020: Perkasie Tree Lighting : "Christmas in Perkasie" |
The Perkasie Carousel is located in Menlo Park at West Park Avenue and 3rd Street, adjacent to the Menlo Aquatic Center
Sunday, September 13, 2020 Cancelled Lions Barbeque Day Sunday, October 4, 2020 Cancelled Perkasie Fall Fest Saturday, December 5, 2020 Noon - 5 PM *Rain date July 12 Perkasie Historical Society Current ProjectsThe South Perkasie Covered Bridge Restoration Project
Perkasie Borough Council formed a covered bridge committee made up of four council historical committee members, the Parks and Recreation and Public Works Directors, two members of Perkasie Historical Society and one member of Bucks County Covered Bridge Society. Mayor Hollenbach is also an ad hoc committee member. This committee will oversee the bridge restoration, fundraising, and securing of available grants. Brief 1832 South Perkasie Covered Bridge history WFMZ Channel 69 South Perkasie Covered Bridge Project Coverage More information on the The South Perkasie Covered Bridge Restoration Project Perkasie Historical Society Walking Tour
The Perkasie self-guided walking tour: Follow this link to navigate the historic sites of Perkasie "Then" and "Now" Perkasie Walking Tour or scan this QR code This application is intended for personal use in navigating the historic sites of Perkasie. The Perkasie Historical Society enjoys and appreciates the collaborations that made the 2020-2021 walking tour refinements a reality. Thank you! Ragtops & Roadsters Market Crossing Condo Association |
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"Historic preservation is present tense"
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