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Exhibitions
HBMS is proud to offer a wide variety of museum exhibitions including "Checking In: Bethlehem's Alluring Accommodations" and past popular programs like our "Let's Play" classic toys show and "Unspun: Stories of Silk". Our exhibits offer a unique look into Bethlehem's history from the Colonial days to the present.
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Mosaico! A Celebration of Latino Culture
Jeanette Barres Zug: A Life in Service to Moravian Bethlehem
A Clear View: Invitational Exhibition & Art Sale
Art of the Dollhouse
Moravian Care and Cure: Bethlehem Medicine During the Revolution
Working Hands: Supplying a Revolution
Trees of Historic Bethlehem
The Moravian Legacy
Collections
Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites is home to more than 60,000 artifacts, including textiles, prints, furniture, toys, tools, and books. Our collections help us share Bethlehem's history and bring stories to life.
Object Donation
We are happy to discuss the potential donation of objects or items for the collections of Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites. Our decision on whether to accept an artifact are based on relevance, condition, other objects in our collection, and our ability to store and care for it.
Education
Students can explore Bethlehem's rich history through educational and hands-on programs at Historic Bethlehem, all aligned to the standards of Pennsylvania. Visit the oldest building in Bethlehem, visit a farm, take a Bethlehem Steel site tour, get creative, and learn about this region's past.
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Learn more about our most popular programs, educational and research opportunities, school tours, site visits, access to our archives, and much more here.
What are some of your most popular programs?
HBMS offers a wide range of programs for history buffs, families, gardeners and collectors and more. Among our most popular offerings are Free Sundays at the Museums; Saturdays at Burnside; You Point, We Pick at Burnside Colonial Garden; and Blacksmithing 101.
Do you offer educational programs and school tours?
Yes! Historic Bethlehem offers exciting, relevant, educational, and hands-on programs for students — all linked to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s standards. We also offer remote learning opportunities.
How do I access archives for historical research and education?
We are happy to assist with any research inquiries. You are welcome to schedule a personal consultation with our Curator of Collections and Exhibitions, Brett Peters, to receive help with questions related to Historic Bethlehem, the Moravians, related topics or genealogical research.
