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Explore, Discover, Imagine... at the Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle. The museums offer a wide array of programs, events, exhibits and tours for audiences of all ages. Research your family history and more in our extensive Library. The museums and library are operated by the Bucks County Historical Society.

ToyTime at the Mercer Museum

Through April 1

Visitors of all ages will enjoy exploring the history and fun of old-fashioned toys. ToyTime lets visitors  “play” with large-scale versions of some of the most popular kinetic folk toys. Toy stations include, The Whimmy Diddle, Jacob’s Ladder and other tumbling, flipping and sliding toys.

See ToyTime featured on NBC 10
 

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Henry Mercer with Rollo

Celebrate 100 Years of Fonthill Castle with The Intimate Henry Tour

February 4 – May 25

Fonthill Castle celebrates its 100th anniversary all year long. This unique tour, last presented in 2007, looks at the private side of Fonthill owner, Henry Mercer's life. Intimate Henry Tours will run every Monday-Friday at 1 pm and Saturday and Sunday at 1:30 pm. Reservations are required, call 215-348-9461.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

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