Museum
Reading Firefighters Museum Tours
Reading Area Firefighters Museum 5th & Laurel Street, ReadingThe Reading Area Firefighters Museum is committed to the preservation of the Liberty Fire Co. No 5 building. The 1876 built structure at South Fifth & Laurel Streets, Reading, PA. This includes the building contents consisting of firefighting memorabilia, antique furnishings, and the John Wanamaker designed “best room”. Read all about the Reading Area Firefighters ... Read more
Noon Year’s Eve
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingRing in the New Year a little earlier with your family at The Museum for Noon Year's Eve! This event is now sold out. Join Museum Educators and other community partners as we ring in the New Year. Families will be able to create some fun props and noisemakers that are commonly used for this ... Read more
Homeschool Days at Reading Museum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingHomeschool Families — Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). Reservations Required. Please email Mary at mary.johnson@readingpublicmuseum.org. Deadline ... Read more
Homeschool Days at Reading Museum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingHomeschool Families — Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). Reservations Required. Please email Mary at mary.johnson@readingpublicmuseum.org. Deadline ... Read more
Ice Harvesting at Dreibelbis Farm
Historic Dreibelbis Farm 356 Hard Hill Rd, HamburgThe annual Ice Harvest at the Historic Dreibelbis Farm will include a demonstration of antique ice harvesting tools and (weather permitting) cutting and harvesting ice blocks from the ice pond. We’ll explain how ice was hauled to and loaded in the ice house. The first presentation will begin at 2:15; a 2nd presentation will be ... Read more
Homeschool Days at Reading Museum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingHomeschool Families — Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). Reservations Required. Please email Mary at mary.johnson@readingpublicmuseum.org. Deadline ... Read more
Homeschool Days at Reading Museum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingHomeschool Families — Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). Reservations Required. Please email Mary at mary.johnson@readingpublicmuseum.org. Deadline ... Read more
Preschool Story time
Daniel Boone Homestead 400 Daniel Boone Road, BirdsboroJoin us as we read a story and do a craft. This program is designed for younger children.
Charter Day at Daniel Boone
Daniel Boone Homestead 400 Daniel Boone Road, BirdsboroThe Daniel Boone Homestead Associates are excited to kick off their 2024 season with their annual Charter Day Open House event. Charter Day recognizes the day William Penn received his land grant for Pennsylvania from King Charles II of England in 1681. In observance of Pennsylvania’s founding, the Daniel Boone Homestead will offer an exciting ... Read more
Homeschool Days at Reading Museum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingHomeschool Families — Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). Reservations Required. Please email Mary at mary.johnson@readingpublicmuseum.org. Deadline ... Read more
Homeschool Days at Reading Museum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingHomeschool Families — Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). Reservations Required. Please email Mary at mary.johnson@readingpublicmuseum.org. Deadline ... Read more
Easter at Reading Public Museum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingPictures with the Easter Bunny (9-11am) The Reading Public Museum will Open its doors early on Saturday, March 30 for pre-registered guests to visit with The Easter Bunny. Professional photos for families will be taken by Zerbe Photography. Guests will receive craft kits and treats from The Museum and other community sponsors while also having ... Read more
Spring Iron Pour and Forge Festival
GoggleWorks 201 Washington St, ReadingJoin GoggleWorks, Albright College, and Pennsylvania Artists Blacksmith Association on Saturday, April 27th, 2024 for Iron Pour and Forge Fest More info will be released over the next few months but make sure to mark your calendars!
Children’s Day at Daniel Boone
Daniel Boone Homestead 400 Daniel Boone Road, BirdsboroJoin us for a hands-on living history event for children and their families. More details coming soon!
Sensory Inclusive Hours
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingThe Reading Public Museum strives to be a place of life-long learning and enjoyment for guests of all ages and abilities. As a result, we will be hosting special sensory inclusive hours for guests and their caretakers who require a quieter atmosphere to explore The Museum. Guests who choose to pre-register will receive a pre-visit ... Read more
Movies in The Arboretum
Reading Public Museum 500 Museum Road, ReadingJoin us for an evening of fun for our first ever Movies in The Arboretum series! Bring your friends and family to our beautiful Arboretum to take in the sights and sounds of two beloved movies, “How to Train Your Dragon” and “The Princess Bride.” Before the movie begins, your family will be welcome to ... Read more
A Brush with History: Opening Day
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingThe Heritage Center’s first art show featuring local artists will celebrate its opening day in the site’s stone farmhouse. Art from young artists will also be featured in the barn. Stop by, enjoy the artwork and participate in different art stations all around the park! FREE | Open to the Public Show runs until the ... Read more
Paws of the Path Dog Walk
Daniel Boone Homestead 400 Daniel Boone Road, BirdsboroBring your furry friend and join us for a walk around Daniel Boone Homestead. Dogs must be on a leash and well-behaved around other dogs.