Join us on August 4, 11, 18, and 25, from 1 pm to 4 pm.

Nazareth, PA—The Moravian Historical Society announces the return of Free Summer Sundays in August! Guests will enjoy free admission to the Museum, including free guided Museum Tours, and children can learn colonial skills and crafts through unique hands-on activities each week. While all are welcome to join us, some activities may require parental assistance. This year’s activities explore Colonial life and history with knowledgeable workshop leaders:

• August 4: Colonial Chores—All hands to work! In colonial times, every member of the family needed to work to contribute to the household. Children too! Try your hand at carrying water, carding wool, beating rugs, or washing clothes. Discover what chores were like in early America.
• August 11: Paper Marbling—Did you know that Ben Franklin used paper marbling when he was developing continental currency during the American Revolution? It helped deter counterfeit versions. Paper marbling in the colonies was also decorative, too! Try your hand at this traditional centuries-old craft and create your own paper for a journal or cards!
• August 18: Tea Time—Bring your doll or teddy bear for a special afternoon tea on the lawn. Enjoy tea and Moravian sugar cake while you learn about colonial-era tea time and manners. It’s always a wonderful day for a tea party!
• August 25: Butter Making—During colonial times, many Moravians were experts at making butter from the milk of local cows. Children made butter too! Learn fun colonial food facts, like how the colonists kept butter from melting during hot summer days, while you try to make butter yourself.

You can find additional details about the Free Summer Sunday series by visiting the Moravian Historical Society’s Website: www.moravianhistory.org/free-summer-sundays

This series is funded in part by the Northampton County Department of Community and Economic Development through its Hotel Tax Grant.

The Moravian Historical Society’s Museum is open daily from 1 to 4 pm and is located at 214 East Center Street, Nazareth, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1857, the Moravian Historical Society (MHS) preserves, interprets, and celebrates the rich culture of the Moravians. 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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