Christmas past meets Christmas presents!
Join us as the historic houses revive their colonial-era heritage and bring history to life! Reenactors and first-person interpreters will be present throughout the day at the six Park Charms houses. Experience 18th and 19th century life through costumed interpreters presenting narratives, hands-on activities, and demonstrations of traditional trades, crafts, and domestic duties. Historical interpretation by Once Upon A Nation History Makers portraying real people from the past. Presented in collaboration with Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
Lemon Hill: a visit with Mr. & Mrs. Pratt. Plus, Ben Franklin presents an interactive demonstration of his scientific instruments and discoveries! Olde Towne Carolers wassailing from house to house.
for Fairmount Park Conservancy
December 7, 2019