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  • Roads of Rittenhouse Hike

    208 Lincoln Dr 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join local naturalist and historian, Steve Jones, for a guided hike through the Wissahickon forest.Join local naturalist and historian, Steve Jones, for a guided hike through the Wissahickon forest. Explore the remnants of the old roads through the valley, visiting sites connected to Historic Rittenhousetown. The route is on several former roadways through the west side of the village, along Paper Mill Run and the Wissahickon Creek. The starting point is the Historic Rittenhousetown office, 208 Lincoln Drive.

  • Tavern Night

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6035-6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Historic Rittenhouse Town for Tavern Night! Outside the church, the tavern was the most important institution in most towns. Taverns were used for political assemblies, markets, and, of course, a place to enjoy a good meal and learn the news of the day. Come join us as the buildings and grounds of our historic 18th-century homestead are transformed into a tavern from the 1770s, where the simple pleasures of good food, drink, and fellowship collide. Tavern Night will feature an evening of storytelling and merriment, complete with 18th-century beer and cocktails and hearth-cooked food prepared in our Bake House.

  • Historic Rittenhouse Town Fair

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6035-6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Historic RittenhouseTown for our 5th annual Town Fair! May 31st 11am-4pm. Town Fair is a free community event with tours, hearth cooking, hiking, activities, health and wellness, vendors, artists, craftsman, and so much more occupying our 20 acre site. Hopefully, we see you there! With over 20 vendors and more signing up come check out all that we have to offer!

    Free
  • Tavern Night 2026

    208 Lincoln Dr 208 Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Tavern Night will feature an evening of storytelling and merriment complete with 18th Century beer, cocktails, and hearth-cooked food!Join Historic Rittenhouse Town for our second Tavern Night fundraiser! Your ticket supports affordable hearth cooking, and food education programs for Philadelphia public school students, making history both fun and accessible!Outside the church, the tavern was the most important institution in most towns. Taverns were used for political assemblies, markets, and, of course, a place to enjoy a good meal and learn the news of the day. Come join us as the buildings and grounds of our historic 18th-century homestead are transformed