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HSI Yearly Events

Welcome to Historic Schaefferstown, a key historical site celebrating our rich heritage. Enjoy a variety of events, including festivals, workshops, and classes throughout the year. Members receive discounted fees, enhancing their experience. Join us to explore the unique history and culture of Schaefferstown!

Upcoming Events

  • Speaker Series 2: A Spirited People - PA German Whiskey Distilling by Bradley Smith
    Speaker Series 2: A Spirited People - PA German Whiskey Distilling by Bradley Smith
    Sun, Apr 12
    The lower level of the Brendle Museum
    Apr 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    The lower level of the Brendle Museum, 111 N Market St, Schaefferstown, PA 17088, USA
  • Speaker Series 3: The Heritage of Angling - Ken Renaird
    Speaker Series 3: The Heritage of Angling - Ken Renaird
    Sun, May 03
    The lower level of the Brendle Museum
    May 03, 2026, 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    The lower level of the Brendle Museum, 111 N Market St, Schaefferstown, PA 17088, USA
    Presented by Ken Reinard, aka "Ye Olde Colonial Angler."
  • Young Villagers Workshop Days
    Young Villagers Workshop Days
    Mon, Jun 22
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm
    Jun 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – Jun 25, 2026, 3:00 PM
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm, 213 N Carpenter St, Schaefferstown, PA 17088, USA
    Learn about colonial life on the Schaeffer Farm. Students entering grade 4 through 7 in September of 2026.
  • Cherry Fair and Early American Craft Show
    Cherry Fair and Early American Craft Show
    Sat, Jun 27
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm
    Jun 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm, 213 N Carpenter St, Schaefferstown, PA 17088, USA
    Welcome summer with our annual Cherry Fair. Admission and Parking: $5.00 a car with a single person; $10 a car with 2 people or more. Members and children 12 and under are free.
  • Garden Event -
    Garden Event -
    Sun, Jul 12
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm
    Jul 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm, 213 N Carpenter St, Schaefferstown, PA 17088, USA
    Colonial Gardening with Emily Holt
  • WWII Weekend hosted by the East Penn re-enactors
    WWII Weekend hosted by the East Penn re-enactors
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jul 25
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm
    Jul 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm, 213 N Carpenter St, Schaefferstown, PA 17073, USA
    World War II infantry encampment comes to the farm.
  • WWII Weekend hosted by the East Penn re-enactors
    WWII Weekend hosted by the East Penn re-enactors
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Jul 26
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm
    Jul 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm, 213 N Carpenter St, Schaefferstown, PA 17073, USA
    World War II infantry encampment comes to the farm.
  • Harvest Fair and Early American Crafts
    Harvest Fair and Early American Crafts
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 19
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm
    Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm, 213 N Carpenter St, Schaefferstown, PA 17088, USA
    Autumn is right around the corner and the. apples are ripe for picking. We will have traditional farm demonstrations, apple cider pressing, and apple butter making on the farm. We will also be honoring America's 250th birthday by displays and activities from that time period.
  • Harvest Fair and Early American Crafts
    Harvest Fair and Early American Crafts
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Sep 20
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm
    Sep 20, 2026, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
    Alexander Schaeffer Farm, 213 N Carpenter St, Schaefferstown, PA 17088, USA
    Autumn is right around the corner and the. apples are ripe for picking. We will have traditional farm demonstrations, apple cider pressing, and apple butter making on the farm. We will also be honoring America's 250th birthday by displays and activities from that time period.
  • Sun, Oct 18
    Location is TBD
    Oct 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Location is TBD
  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Dec 11
    Location is TBD
    Dec 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Traditional artisans will have their items on display at this curated craft show. Meet some of the best traditional artisans in the area. Over 25 + are signed on for this show.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, Dec 12
    Location is TBD
    Dec 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Traditional artisans will have their items on display at this curated craft show. Meet some of the best traditional artisans in the area. Over 25 + are signed on for this show.

"Operational funding has been provided by a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission's Cultural and Historical Support Program, a program funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania."  

 Contact Information:

PO Box 307 •  111 N. Market Streetchaefferstown, PA

717-949-2244

info@hsimuseum.org

HSI Office
(Located in lower level of the Brendle Museum.)
Office Hours:
Wednesdays 9 AM - 1 PM
Office Manager: Jenny Wyatt
Although we have limited regular hours, we do check phone and email messages frequently, so please call and leave a message or email your inquiry and we will reply as soon as possible. Be sure to include your preferred contact information.

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