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Register by March 14 for Hues of History, a hands-on journey through the history of colonial craftsmanship
Montgomery County’s Pottsgrove Manor is partnering with Winterthur Museum and Perkiomen Tours on March 29 for Hues of History, a hands-on journey into 18th-century textile dyeing. This special event will take guests on the road from Pottsgrove Manor to Winterthur to explore the colors and techniques that brought vibrant hues to colonial America.
The program begins at Pottsgrove Manor with a special presentation on 18th-century textile dyeing techniques and materials, led by Winterthur staff. After, Pottsgrove Manor staff will guide a first-floor tour examining original objects and reproductions that showcase the colors of colonial America. Guests will then be transported to Winterthur to enjoy lunch on its scenic grounds. In the afternoon, participants will continue to color their world with history with a special hands-on dyeing activity and a behind-the-scenes look at pieces from Winterthur’s collection.
This whole-day program includes two historic sites plus transportation for the price of one ticket. To register by March 14, get tickets online at https://www.perkiomentours.com/Tour/Hues-of-History/DepartureDates .
The bus departs in the morning from locations in Allentown and Quakertown, and Montgomery County residents can join the program right at Pottsgrove Manor in Pottstown.
Itinerary as follows:
9 a.m. — Arrival and presentation at Pottsgrove Manor
11 a.m. — Depart for Winterthur
12:15 p.m. - 2 p.m. — Free time and lunch (bring a packed lunch or purchase on-site).
2 p.m. — Winterthur presentation with free time to follow
5 p.m. — Depart Winterthur
Winterthur is an American estate and museum in Delaware. Winterthur houses one of the richest collections of Americana in the United States. The museum and estate were the home of Henry Francis du Pont.
Pottsgrove Manor, also known as the John Potts House, is an historic, American home built in 1752 for the Potts family. The home showcases the elegance of early Georgian architecture and tells the history of John (the founder of Pottstown), his wife Ruth and their 13 children who lived there.
Pottsgrove Manor is located at 100 West King Street, Pottstown, PA 19464. (Near the intersection of King Street and Route 100, just off Route 422 near the Carousel at Pottstown and Manatawny Green Miniature Golf Course), Pottsgrove Manor is operated by the Montgomery County Division of Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites. For more information, please call (610) 326-4014 or visit montgomerycountypa.gov/930/Pottsgrove-Manor. For the most current information, members of the public can also like Pottsgrove Manor on Facebook or follow us on Instagram for updates.
