All ages are invited to explore the history of the Moravians during
Passport to History Weekend- July 16 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and July 17 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Nazareth, PA – The Moravian Historical Society is pleased to announce
their participation in Passport to History Month—a celebration of the sites, stories, and community that bring Lehigh Valley history to life. The event gives an opportunity for visitors, regardless of family size or income, to explore local history through a variety of museum tours, interactive exhibits, children’s activities, and more.
On Saturday July 16 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday July 17 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., the Moravian Historical Society will offer free admission, guided museum tours, kids activities, an antique book sale, and programs for explorers of all ages.
Visitors can learn about the significant contributions Moravians made to music, art, education and culture in early America on a guided tour of the 1740–1743 Whitefield House Museum. Explore archival documents and historic maps detailing the perspectives of surveyors, European settlers and Indigenous people in our special exhibit “Charting the Unknown: Early Moravian Maps.”
Children can try their hand at colonial chores and other history-themed activities. Adults will enjoy browsing a large collection of antique books offered for sale.
The Moravian Historical Society’s Whitefield House museum is open daily from 1:00–4:00 p.m. and is located at 214 East Center Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
We invite you to visit www.lvhistory.org to browse all the Passport to History events.
214 East Center Street • Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 • 610.759.5070 • www.moravianhistory.org
Founded in 1857, the Moravian Historical Society (MHS) preserves, interprets, and celebrates the rich culture of the Moravians. Located in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, MHS maintains the 1740–1743 Whitefield House and the 1740 Gray Cottage, the oldest surviving Moravian structure in North America. Recognized widely for its significant collection, the museum offers permanent and changing exhibitions and a store that features gifts, books, and handmade artisan items.
For more information visit us at www.moravianhistory.org, call 610-759-5070, or email events@moravianhistory.org.
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214 East Center Street • Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064 • 610.759.5070 • www.moravianhistory.org
