Join us for our upcoming linocut printmaking workshop with BHC Curator, Amber Vroman. Participants will receive instruction on how to carve a relief image into the surface of linoleum and transfer it onto paper with a hand printing process. Pick from a variety of Pennsylvania German folk art motifs, or create your very own design. […]
The Berks History Center is excited to continue offering our special program, Brunch and Brushes, led by BHC Museum Curator, Amber Vroman. During the month of March, participants will be painting a BRAND NEW bird design. Create your own masterpiece while enjoying good conversation and delicious refreshments. This unique event blends history with contemporary art. […]
During our March Second Saturday Program, sponsored by Berks Women's History Alliance, learn about the enduring legacy of Indigenous women in Berks County and their important cultural roles in traditional Native society. This program is presented by Amanda Funk, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Widoktadwen Center for Native Knowledge, located in Reading, PA. This program […]
Join us for our upcoming linocut printmaking workshop with BHC Curator, Amber Vroman. Participants will receive instruction on how to carve a relief image into the surface of linoleum and transfer it onto paper with a hand printing process. Pick from a variety of Pennsylvania German folk art motifs, or create your very own design. […]
In celebration of one of the earliest traditions of PA German Easter egg decorating, the BHC is excited to offer a special scratch-carved egg workshop, led by museum Curator, Amber Vroman. Learn about the history of this beautiful, and long standing Easter tradition and see some fantastic examples from the BHC’s museum collection! Participants will […]
Join BHC Education Curator, Vicky Heffner, to create your own one-of-a-kind decorative table runner featuring the colorful and historic penny rug design. Tickets for this program are $15/BHC Member and $20/Non-Member and can be purchased by calling the Berks History Center at 610-375-4375 from Wednesday to Saturday, 9 AM- 3 PM.
The Berks History Center is excited to continue offering our special program, Brunch and Brushes, led by BHC Museum Curator, Amber Vroman. During the month of April, participants will be painting a BRAND NEW design, inspired by the Easter holiday. Did you know that the earliest known imagery of the Easter bunny in America came […]
Enjoy a day of impressive estates and spectacular gardens with the Berks History Center! The du Ponts in the Brandywine Valley made their names known in the world of horticulture and preservation, especially Alfred I. du Pont of Nemours and Lammot du Pont Copeland at Mt. Cuba Center. During this day-long excursion, participants will first […]
In celebration of one of the earliest traditions of PA German Easter egg decorating, the BHC is excited to offer a special scratch-carved egg workshop, led by museum Curator, Amber Vroman. Learn about the history of this beautiful, and long standing Easter tradition and see some fantastic examples from the BHC’s museum collection! Participants will […]
Education Curator, Vicky Heffner, teaches participants how to weave this long basket with a high handle. After woven, this basket will be a great catch-all for a variety of smaller items, such as flowers, food, books, decor, or cards. Tickets are $45/BHC Member and $55/Non-Member and can be purchased by calling the Berks History Center […]