The Berks History Center is excited to welcome a brand new program, led by BHC Curator, Amber Vroman. Scherenschnitte is a centuries-old German paper-cutting technique in which a finished product, lace-like in appearance, is created. Learn about the history of this traditional German craft, and create your own cut paper masterpiece while enjoying good conversation […]
*We greatly apologize for any inconvenience, but this program has been canceled.* The Berks History Center is excited to continue offering our special program, Brunch and Brushes, led by BHC Museum Curator, Amber Vroman. During November and December, participants will be painting an Angel design inspired by the holiday season. Create your own masterpiece while […]
For our November Second Saturday program, historian Dennis Damiani reveals the patriotic story of Homer, a local boy who lost his life on a submarine. This program will be held in person, inside the BHC Museum Auditorium. The cost of this program is $5 for BHC members and $8 for non-members. The program fee includes […]
Join BHC Museum Curator, Amber Vroman, for a very special Printmaking Workshop celebrating Reading’s 275th Anniversary. Participants will be carving a design into the surface of linoleum and transfer it onto paper with a hand printing process. The featured design for this workshop is inspired by the Reading Pagoda, the city’s most cherished and iconic landmark. These […]
This holiday, hang a different type of stocking by the chimney with care. Join BHC Education Curator, as she instructs participants how to weave vibrant red and green colored reeds into a basket shaped like a Christmas stocking. This unique and quality item will make the perfect gift or décor for the upcoming holidays. All […]
*We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience, but this trip has been canceled. Please call 610-375-4375 with any questions. Enjoy holiday magic with BHC and the Washington Family! This multi-day trip will highlight the historic properties of the Washingtons all decked out for the holidays, including George’s boyhood home of Ferry Farm, the place he later […]
The Berks History Center is excited to continue offering our special program, Brunch and Brushes, led by BHC Museum Curator, Amber Vroman. During November and December, participants will be painting an Angel design inspired by the holiday season. Create your own masterpiece while enjoying good conversation and delicious refreshments. This unique event blends history with […]
Celebrate the holiday season with the Berks History Center’s annual bus trip to historic homes adorned with traditional Christmas decorations! This holiday season, the BHC will visit Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation, where the 18th century is brought to life. Through preservation, education, and interpretation, the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation inspires today’s audience to appreciate the hard-working families […]
Using excerpts from period diaries, letters, and other resources, former Historical Review of Berks County editor, Michelle Lynch, tells the story of Philadelphia’s premier families as they evacuated to Reading in mid-September, 1777. This program will be held in person, inside the BHC Museum Auditorium. The cost of this program is $5 for BHC members […]
Join BHC Education Curator, Vicky Heffner, to learn how to make a fabric star quilted Christmas ornament. These festive ornaments made with small fabric squares, straight pins, and a Styrofoam ball capture the style of handmade patterns without requiring any prior quilting skills. These ornaments are a great way to adorn your own tree or […]