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You are Invited: Celebrate Heritage Day in downtown, historic Easton! Saturday, July 12th in Downtown Easton, From 9:00 am to 9:00 pm

July 12 @ 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society is a proud partner of this year’s Heritage Day! Join us for a fun day filled with lively music, great food, and activities for the entire family.

When: July 12, 2025 9am – 9pm

Where: Downtown, historic Easton

Why: Heritage Day annually commemorates the reading of the Declaration of Independence in Easton (July 8, 1776).

Cost: $20 adult and $10 child wristbands provide admission to all NCHGS properties.

Visit us at:o

1753 Bachmann Publick House

Explore this National Register structure and the oldest remaining structure in Easton with our friendly interpreters.

Museum Store: 10am – 5pm

Tours: 12:30pm – 5pm
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Mixsell Illick House

Enjoy a visit to this National Register structure, an early 19th century structure which celebrates decorative arts in Northampton County.

Tours: 12:30pm – 5pm
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Sigal Museum

Northampton County’s long and rich history is presented on four floors of this award winning structure.

Museum Store: 10am – 5pm

Tours: 12:30pm – 5pm
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Jacob Nicholas House

Don’t miss a trip to this National Register structure which shares the story of a Durham boat captain and his family.

Tours: 12:30pm – 5pm
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Kressler Memorial Garden

Enjoy this unique pocket park, an intimate space which features a variety of mature plantings including hydrangea, hosta, and more.

Open: 10am – 5pm
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Passport to History Tent

NCHGS founded Passport to History over a decade ago. It has grown in to a regional partnership of 77 museums, historic sites, and archives. Visit the tent to learn more about the partners and activities.

Open: 11am – 5pm
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Lehigh Valley 250 Tent

NCHGS is a founding partner of Lehigh Valley 250, a collaboration formed to commemorate the 250 anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Visit the tent to hear about 2026 exhibitions, research, programs, and much more!

Open: 11am – 5pm
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Did you know? The Declaration was read simultaneously to the public on July 8, 1776 in three locations: Philadelphia, Trenton, and Easton! Don’t miss a reenactment of the first reading at 12 noon in Centre Square.
For a complete listing of Heritage Day’s partners, events, and activities, please visit their website here.

To learn more about Greater Easton Development Partnership, Heritage Day’s event organizer, visit their website here.

Details

  • Date: July 12
  • Time:
    9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Cost: Varies

Organizer

Venue

  • Northampton County Historical & Genealogical Society
  • 342 Northampton Street
    Easton, PA 18042 United States     + Google Map
  • Phone 610-253-1222
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