Pennypacker Mills brings history alive this May with Revolutionary War Weekend

Next month, Montgomery County’s Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites invites families to travel back in time to the Revolutionary War. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday May 18, Pennypacker Mills will transform into a military encampment, complete with reenactors, cavalry and craftspeople to bring history to life. 

Now in its third year, this family-friendly event is free to attend (with a suggested $2 donation) and delivers an action-packed day of Revolutionary War history, featuring engaging experiences for all ages, including: 

• Dozens of reenactors portraying soldiers and camp followers 
• Firing and maneuvering drills  
• Cavalry demonstrations  
• Meet George and Martha Washington: A Love Story (Saturday, May 17 at 12:00 p.m.) 
• A Visit with Edward “Ned” Hector (Sunday, May 18 at 12:00 p.m.) 
• Food available for purchase 
• Colonial brewing demonstration 
• Blacksmith demonstration 
• Crafts and activities for children  
• Colonial fife and drum music  
• Music from Charlie Zahm (Sunday, May 18)
   

For more information and a full schedule, visit the Revolutionary War Weekend event website. 

About Pennypacker Mills

Located at 5 Haldeman Road in Schwenksville, Pennypacker Mills is an immersive Colonial revival mansion that offers visitors a unique glimpse into the past. Pennypacker Mills is operated by Montgomery County’s Division of Parks, Trails & Historic Sites. The site is open year-round for free guided tours, seasonal events, craft workshops, special presentations, education programs, and changing exhibits.  

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