The Moravian Historical Society museum and historic site preserves, interprets, and celebrates the rich culture of the Moravians.
The Museum is open daily from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Reserve a guided museum tour today.
Moravian Historical Society
Museum Music & Lecture Series
Emmaus and the Revolutionary War: The Often Untold and Forgotten Story
Sunday, October 25 at 2:00 p.m.
Join us as we share the Revolutionary War history of Emmaus and the Moravians living there during those difficult years. You will learn of the kind and generous deeds of the Moravians of this small village during the Revolutionary War and will hear of the bravery and lives of the twelve men of Emmaus whose military service was not recognized for 150 years.
Jeanne Harakal grew up in Emmaus and is a lifelong member of the Emmaus Moravian Church. She joined the Emmaus Historical Society in 2008, and through researching local history and her own genealogy, she discovered her deep local ties to the early history of Emmaus and Lower Macungie Township. Since 2009, she has served on the Emmaus Historical Society Board of Directors in the positions of Director, Vice President, and President.
Seating is limited. Tickets $10 | Senior $8 | Members & Students Free
1776 Tannenberg Organ Program
Sunday, November 15 at 2:00 p.m.
History comes to life through the extraordinary sound of the Moravian Historical Society’s 1776 Tannenberg Organ, celebrating its 250th birthday this year alongside the nation’s 250th anniversary. This special concert invites audiences to experience the remarkable voice of one of America’s most historic instruments. The Moravian Historical Society’s Tannenberg organ is one of only nine surviving organs built by David Tannenberg, recognized as one of America’s most important early instrument builders. Originally installed in the Single Brethren's House in Bethlehem, the organ was played for George Washington when he visited Bethlehem. The program will feature organist Thomas Dressler, who has performed for more than fifty years, frequently on historic instruments, including some of the oldest and most significant organs in the United States. Dressler is a specialist in historic performing practices and studied with Joan Lippincott, and was featured on National Public Radio’s Pipedreams.
Seating is limited. Tickets are $15 | $10 for MHS members | $5 for students
Past Events
"This Dish is Made of Clay.
When it Breaks, the Potter Laughs:”
Revisiting Pennsylvania German Redware
Sunday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m.
Christopher Malone will discuss the early scholarship and new research on Pennsylvania German red earthenware pottery. From the first seminal work on the subject by Edwin Atlee Barber to the latest volume of Americana Insights dedicated solely to the topic, Malone will delve into the history of redware in Pennsylvania, the potters and their wares, and provide fresh updates on a number of pieces and personalities.
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Christopher Malone is a curator and scholar who focuses on the history and material culture of the Pennsylvania Germans, with a special emphasis on the Moravians and other intentional communities.
Events at the Moravian Historical Society are are supported, in part, with funding from the Hotel Tax Grant Program through the County of Northampton Department of Community & Economic Development.