Twelfth Night Celebration
2026-01-04 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
Join us on Sunday, January 4th from 4pm-7pm, for a joyous Twelfth Night celebration. Walk through the House decorated with pine, holly and candles, and enjoy docents dressed in the times of Dr. Joseph Priestley in each room to answer your questions! We will have a Twelfth Night Cake for all to enjoy and light refreshments. We will have a Twelfth Night Cake for all to enjoy and light refreshments. Limited seats available for chemistry demonstrations by Ron Blatchley, dressed as Dr. Joseph Priestley, at 4:30 and 5:30pm. Pick up free tickets at the visitors center for the demonstrations to ensure you get a seat! Please reach out with any questions to: jphopsmanager@gmail.com.

CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER. SOLD OUT - Afternoon English Tea Party Fundraiser
2026-02-22 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Helix Hall, 6 North 4th Street, Mifflinburg, PA, 17844, United States
Thank you so much for your interest in our fundraising event. We are FULL for 2026.

Afternoon English Tea Fundraiser – Sunday, February 22, 2026 1-5 pm
Adults $45, For parties of 4 or more, use TEAFOR4 at checkout to receive a $15 discount. Special child pricing is available: please call 570-597-2118 ext. 102 for details.

Book your ticket here: Helixhall Reservations
The 3rd annual Afternoon Tea hosted by Mr. & Mrs. Priestley will be held at the Helix Hall, 6 North 4th Street, Mifflinburg PA. This fundraiser helps support the Friends of Joseph Priestley House Museum and its many programs and events that are offered free to the public as well as developing and maintaining the various gardens. Enjoy Afternoon Tea delicacies, music and a photo opportunity.

Please note:
“Street parking is available on Chestnut Street, and there is a handicap accessible space at the front of Gilly’s Lilies flower shop, where you may enter through the front ramped entrance. More parking is available by turning south onto 4th Street at the traffic light, then turn either right or left onto High Street. There is a small lot easily visible to the right next to the First Lutheran Church. To the left, there is a municipal lot about halfway down the block at 314 Market Street. Please do not park at the post office or you will risk being towed.”

Grand Opening Weekend - Re-Opening Event
2026-03-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
This event will highlight the history of the house and its unique and rediscovered features. The event is a FREE open house format and there will not be tours. In 2025 the Joseph Priestley House underwent extensive interior renovations including new paint, plaster and restored window shutters. Join us for our opening day kick-off!

Charter Day
2026-03-08 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) and Friends of the Joseph Priestley House will celebrate the commonwealth’s 339th birthday. This day also features a celebration of Joseph Priestley’s birthday and kicks off our 2026 tour season.

250th Anniversary Event - FJPH Hosts the Mobile Unit!
2026-04-15 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
Friends of the Joseph Priestley House are honored to host the America 250 PA MOBILE UNIT on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026. The vent is from 10 am – 5 pm and the Mobile Unit will be available from 11 am – 4 pm.
Built into the unit are three interactive exhibits:

Pennsylvania Pursuit – A fast-paced trivia game that challenges visitors with questions about Pennsylvania’s rich history and key civics questions from the U.S. citizenship test.
Keystone Quest – A retro-style video game that takes players on an adventure across Pennsylvania.
The Commonwealth Chronicles – A digital storytelling booth where visitors can record and share personal stories about their lives, histories, and hopes for the future.
Engaging with the exhibits and connecting with us on social media will provide you the opportunity to spin our prize wheel!

Vendor SignUp: Herb & Native Plant Faire 2026
2026-05-16 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
Welcome returning and new vendors! We are excited to host our 4th annual Herb & Native Plant Faire at the Joseph Priestley House in Northumberland! Tickets will be $50 for a 10×10 foot spot and $75 for a 10×20 foot spot. Early bird pricing until 3/31: $40 for a 10×10 foot spot and $65 for a 10×20 foot spot. We are welcoming Herb Plant vendors, Arts and Crafts vendors and Food vendors. Any questions, please reach out to Mike at jphopsmanager@gmail.com 0r 570-428-2873.

2026 Herb & Native Plant Faire
2026-05-16 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
We are excited to host our 4th annual Herb & Native Plant Faire at the Joseph Priestley House in Northumberland! Free for the public! We are welcoming Herb Plant vendors, Arts and Crafts vendors and Food vendors. We will offer tours from 1pm-4pm and much more! Any questions, please reach out to Mike at jphopsmanager@gmail.com.

History Camp
2026-06-08 - 2026-06-10 | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
CAMP IS FULL FOR THE 2026 SEASON. Check back to our calendar of events for additional kid friendly events during the year.

Note, this camp runs Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (June 8th-10th) from 9am to 12pm. It is a FREE summer camp, paid for by the Friends of the Joseph Priestley House, where children can learn about Joseph Priestley’s life in Northumberland. We are so excited to be able to offer this summer experience!

All children going in to grades 1st through 6th for the 2026/2027 school year are eligible. Registration is first come to the first 20 students, and you will be emailed to confirm your registration.

Camp Coordinator Jo Ann Long, retired teacher in Shikellamy School District, has planned several interesting and creative activities so campers can become familiar with Dr. Priestley in Northumberland. Crafts, games, stories, snack time, and visits with local historical characters are part of each day’s agenda.

Please contact Jo Ann Long with any quesitons: lenlong@ptd.net.

Oxygen Day in the Garden 2026
2026-08-01 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
Join us for a lovely summer day at the Joseph Priestley House Museum! This is a FREE event hosted by the Friends of Joseph Priestley House, and there will be self-guided tours, music and light refreshments.
Demonstrations will run from 1-4. Please note, seating for demonstrations is limited.

Scouts Day 2026
2026-09-26 13:00 - 15:30 UTC | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
When: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Where: Joseph Priestley House, Northumberland, PA
What: Science & Nature Activities
Who: Scouts of All Ages
Registration Deadline: September 18, 2026
This event is for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of any age. Scouts must register in advance and each Scout (not adult) must pay $5 for the event. Please complete the RSVP form below to let us know the name of the Scout Leader and the number of scouts you plan on having attend.

Ghost Tour 2026 Save the Date
2026-10-31 | Joseph Priestley House Museum, 472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland, PA, 17857, United States
Save the date! Ghost Tour October 31st.
Costumed guides, Ghost stories debunked, Post tour ghostly discussions, and lite refreshments. A free children’s book to those children attending.
More details to come!
