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.​
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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.  

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Perkasie Historical Society:  71 Years of Preserving Perkasie’s Past
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​ 1954 – 2025 Accomplishments

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Bicentennial artifact (circa 1924 inset) with painting by John Trumball image Perkasie Historical Society

​America Turns 250!
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This milestone reminds us of the enduring spirit of innovation, resilience, and unity that defines our nation.  As we celebrate the semi-quincentennial, we pay tribute to Perkasie’s early history. Throughout the coming year, the society will feature topics representing traditions, culture and national history that influenced our area. 

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Perkasie Historical Society

​ Self-Guided Walking Tour

 Follow this link to navigate the historic sites of Perkasie "Then" and "Now" Perkasie Walking Tour or scan this
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This application is intended for personal use in navigating the historic sites of Perkasie.
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The Perkasie Historical Society enjoys and appreciates
the collaborations that made the 2020-2021 walking tour refinements a reality.
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Thank you to those who sponsor our Self-Guided Walking Tour! 
Ragtops & Roadsters​
Market Crossing Condo Association
Perkasie Florist

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Perkasie Historical Society
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​Speaker Series

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.
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​Reservations for dinner are necessary. Reservation information
If the need arises, please be considerate and cancel your dinner reservation before
​3 PM. 

December 2, 2025:  Pennridge High School Concert Choir performance
This Christmas tradition features an auditioned ensemble of students who perform collegiate-level repertoire throughout the school and community. Join us as they get us into the holiday spirit. 

​Thank you to all for your support of local history!!

Perkasie Historical Society

​Museum 

The Perkasie Historical Society Museum is located in the former Lehigh Valley Transit Trolley Station located at 513 W. Walnut Street in Perkasie.
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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 ​
Perkasie Historical Society Museum is located at 513 W. Walnut St., Perkasie. On dates of museum openings, the museum is hours are Noon to 4 PM unless otherwise noted. ​                                    

November 8 and 9, 2025: “Trains and Trolleys” This exhibit will feature artifacts and photographs from our collection of Perkasie’s rich transportation history. There will also be an operating model train display.

December 5, 2025 ( Perkasie First Friday on Walnut Street): 6-8 PM. “Christmas in Perkasie” 6-8 PM
The exhibit takes a look at past Christmas celebrations in Perkasie that evolved into today’s Tree Lighting event. There will also be an operating model train display.

December 6, 2025 (Tree Lighting Day): “Christmas in Perkasie” 4-8 PM
The exhibit takes a look at past Christmas celebrations in Perkasie that evolved into today’s Tree Lighting event. There will also be an operating model train display.

In-Person Walking Tours

PERKASIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY IN-PERSON GUIDED WALKING TOUR
Perkasie Historical Society Guides will lead the tours. Meet at the Perkasie Historical Society Museum. All tours meet at the Museum:  1:00 PM: suggested donation $5.00

See you for the Spring Walking Tours!

First Fridays 2025

Visit us at Perkasie First Fridays held on the first Friday of alternate months 
(April-Oct.) from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. First Fridays are held on Walnut Street.​

2025 Spring Newsletter

2025 Fall Newsletter 

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​​"Historic preservation is present tense"

Save the Date!

Tickets available on Eventbrite Online Thursday, October 9th after 3:00 PM.   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1657594332269?aff=oddtdtcreator

December 13, 2025,  2025 Perkasie Historical Society Christmas House Tour 3-8 PM
Get into the holiday spirit with an afternoon spent touring a variety of beautiful homes and find inspiration for your holiday celebrations, while experiencing the rich architectural heritage of Perkasie. The tour is self-guided,  and attendees have the option of driving to the homes or riding one of our "Special Event" buses/trolleys sponsored by Lauren Cronmiller, of the Cronmiller Team of Keller Williams Real Estate and The Perk Restaurant.

Reservations will be required and will be offered via  online event registration beginning by mid-October.
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Tour participants will be welcomed at the Perkasie Historical Society Museum and will receive a tour booklet and tour identification. We also look forward to the Pennridge High School Carolers providing seasonal music. 

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Perkasie Carousel

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​The Perkasie Carousel is located in Menlo Park at West Park Avenue and 3rd Street, adjacent to the Menlo Aquatic Center.  ​   Fifty cents a ride!
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​ On days of operation, the carousel is open noon to 5 PM.​ 

  2025 Carousel

​ Schedule

Look for and share our pocket schedules and posters!

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Perkasie Historical Society Current Projects 

1759 Richard Penn Land Deed

• The museum is excited to share the 1759 Penn Land Deed Project is complete. The deed is conserved and preserved. ​ Thank you to the Pezzanite Family Trust and the Perkasie Lions Club for making it possible for the Perkasie Historical Society to acquire, conserve and preserve the 1759 Penn Land Deed encompassing a portion of the Manor of Perkasie.​

1759 Land Deed for a portion of Perkasie Manor on display at Perkasie Borough

2023 Perkasie Historical Society Museum, former Lehigh Valley Transit Trolley Station: National Register of Historic Places Designation 

1939 Nativity Tableau:   
During the Christmas season, six metal, hand-painted pieces from Perkasie's 1939 Nativity Tableau are on display in South Perkasie. The Tableau was made in Allentown, PA and, when fully assembled, measures 25 feet in width and 15 feet high.
To learn more about Perkasie's unique Tableau history, visit our 1939 Nativity Tableau entry on our "Memories of Perkasie" tab. 

1832 South Perkasie Covered Bridge Restoration
On Sept. 3, 2024, Perkasie Borough Council awarded the contract to Wood Research and Development LLC for engineering and design consultation services for the rehabilitation of the South Perkasie Borough Covered Bridge Project. This progress puts the 1832 South Perkasie Covered bridge on its way be returned to its majestic state as an historic gem of Perkasie. ​
Previous Status of the Covered Bridge Updates 

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Come Visit!