Morrisville Historic Society

Relive history and have lunch with General George Washington at Summerseat

November 30, 2011 By webmaster

In conjunction with Morrisville Borough’s Winterfest celebration, Historic Morrisville Society welcomes everyone to Summerseat, General George Washington’s headquarters from December 8th-14th in 1776, as they host many activities and colonial-era re-enactors, on Saturday, December 3rd from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

Summerseat is located at Hillcrest and Legion Avenues in Morrisville.

Re-enactors Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Barclay will greet General George Washington and his troops (re-enacted by Historic Military Impressions) at approximately 11:00am. The Delaware Valley Chapter of the National Historic Railway Society will present a toy, scale and N-gauge train display.

Visitors are also invited to Summerseat’s Gallery show as children of all ages will enjoy Mrs. Borden’s Christmas Room.

Most activities are free except for the Basket Raffles, lunch and HMS Bake Sale.

For additional information call Sharon Hughes at 215-295-1706 or Jane Murray at 215-295-3645.

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Historic Morrisville Society Hosting Christmas Tree Tour

November 29, 2011 By webmaster

Peek inside two of Morrisville’s most beautiful homes this season with a special Christmas Tree Tour on Saturday, December 10, from 12 noon-4pm!

The Christmas Tree Tour starts at 902 North Pennsylvania Avenue in Morrisville (also known as 904 Yardley-Makefield Road) at the home of Ernest and Joan Napoleon who have beautifully decorated eight trees throughout the first floor of their home. Visitors will marvel at the pink-and-white Victorian tree, the music tree, the animals of the forest tree, the 12 Days of Christmas tree, and many more!

The Christmas Tree Tour concludes at historic Summerseat located at Hillcrest and Legion Avenues where re-enactors Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Barclay will greet visitors who can view the many trees decorated by the Makefield Lakes Garden Club and enjoy light refreshments.

Tickets are $10 per person and will benefit Historic Morrisville Society. For additional information or to reserve tickets, please call Jane Murray at (215) 295-3645.

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Historic Morrisville Society invites all to dinner program on November 10th

November 1, 2011 By webmaster

Noted historian and author John A. Nagy will be the featured speaker at Historic Morrisville Society’s dinner program on November 10th at Summerseat, corner of Hillcrest and Legion Avenues in Morrisville, discussing the various Bucks County spies and smuggling rings that existed during the American Revolution.

The Revolutionary War was not fought by proclamations and battles alone. A major component of the war was the challenge of organizing military strategies over thousands of miles of battlefield. From the very beginning of the war, a complex network of spies, double agents, and traitors began to emerge in an effort to learn the plans of the enemy before they were enacted.

Mr. Nagy tells the tales of men and women who were spies and how they operated. The Revolutionary War spies program begins at 7:00pm and is free; the optional dinner costs $20 and begins at 6:00pm. Mr. Nagy will autograph copies of his books after his presentation.

Historic Morrisville Society lovingly maintains Summerseat, the historic home of Thomas Barclay, whose basement served as a prison for two British spies during the American Revolutionary War.

For additional information or to reserve a seat for the November 10th dinner and spies program, call Sharon Hughes at 215-295-1706 or Jane Murray at 215-295-3645.

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The Spirits of Summerseat welcome visitors this Halloween!

September 20, 2011 By webmaster

The Spirits of Summerseat invite guests and goblins to their annual Haunted Halloween Dinner Party on Saturday, October 29th, from 7:00 to 10:00pm at Summerseat, located at Hillcrest and Legion Avenues in Morrisville.

Colonial-era spies were tried at Summerseat and housed in the basement prior to their hanging. To this day, strange sounds, fleeting lights and odd occurrences happen around Halloween as the restless spirits of Summerseat come to life at Halloween. This year, the Morrisville Historic Society and the Spirits of Summerseat welcome everyone to join them for a Haunted Dinner and an evening of ghost tales.

Tickets are $20 for dinner and general admission, $25 for VIP dining in the Crypt Café (haunted basement) – if you dare! Halloween costumes are encouraged but not mandatory, and remember to bring your favorite Morrisville ghost story. Don’t miss out on the fun night of howling and hauntings!

Seating is limited so call today for your reservation, Sharon Hughes at 215-295-1706 or Jane Murray at 215-295-3645.

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“Espionage Across Pennsylvania During the American Revolution”

September 20, 2011 By webmaster

Historic Morrisville Society Invites All to a very special dinner and speaker program on November 10, 2011

MORRISVILLE, PA – Noted historian and author, John A. Nagy, will be the featured speaker at Historic Morrisville Society’s Dinner Program on November 10 discussing the various Bucks County spies and smuggling rings that existed during the American Revolution.

The Revolutionary War spies program begins at 7 p.m. and is free; the optional dinner costs $20 and begins at 6 p.m. Mr. Nagy will autograph copies of his books after his presentation. Historic Morrisville Society lovingly maintains Summerseat, the historic home of Thomas Barclay, whose basement served as a prison for two British spies during the American Revolutionary War and their trial was held in the house. The house is located at the corner of Hillcrest and Legion Avenues in Morrisville, PA.

For additional information or to reserve a seat for the November 10 dinner and spies program, please call Sharon Hughes at (215) 295-1706 or Jane Murray at (215) 295-3645.

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