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 […]

Discover Hidden Barn Treasures in Historic Oley Valley! During this enriching program, Greg Huber (the Sherlock Holmes of Pennsylvania barns), will share his wealth of knowledge about various Oley Valley barns, their construction, builders, and mysterious etchings. Part IX includes barns that have not been featured on previous tours. This tour is a guided driving tour. […]

Join BHC for this unforgettable trip to Nova Scotia, with 4,600 miles of coastline, natural beauty of rolling sea, lush green forests, lakes and farmland abound! Click here for more information. To register, contact Vicky Heffner, BHC Education Curator, at education@berkshistory.org or by calling 610-375-4375.

Enjoy high tides and good vibes with BHC and BHC trustee, Charlie Adams, on a one-day excursion to historic Long Beach Island, NJ!  First, guests will explore the intriguing New Jersey Maritime Museum, packed with shipwreck finds, photos, navigation equipment and more. Next, stroll through Beach Haven Historic District, which was added to the National Register […]