Today’s parishioners at the Lahaska United Methodist Church continue to meet in the same sanctuary where the church’s earliest members began worshipping in 1853. This recent addition to Heritage Conservancy’s Register of Historic Places stands as a reminder of the country churches that served as community hubs in bucolic mid-19th century Bucks County. “For 172 […]
The project to restore the County Line Road School House over the last 20 years represents a labor of love by community members who believe in the value of preserving history now and for future generations. This recent addition to Heritage Conservancy’s Register of Historic Places is noteworthy for more than its two centuries of […]
“We are committed to giving back to local organizations, such as the Heritage Conservancy, with the understanding that any investment in our community has ongoing returns, whether through increased economic stability, environmental preservation, cultural vibrancy or empowered community members,” say Beth Beans Gilbert, Vice President of the Fred Beans Automotive Group. Heritage Conservancy is once […]
With plans to continue making significant and positive impacts in our communities in 2025, Heritage Conservancy named Jeff Nicholas the new Chair of its Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is integral in helping Heritage Conservancy achieve its mission. Board members’ experiences and dedication to natural and historic preservation strengthen the organization’s work, ensure […]
The history of St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Zion Church in Newtown dates back to the early 1800s and played an important role in the life of the African American community in Newtown. Today’s church and its devoted congregation continue to serve as a vital source of fellowship, spirituality and community outreach. The present-day […]
Our area is home to many notable historic sites and properties, and a recent addition to Heritage Conservancy’s Register of Historic Places is no exception. The stone farmhouse on a 2-acre property in Yardley called Te Deum maintains local significance as an enduring example of early 19th-century architecture and for its association with several generations […]
The sight of thousands of fireflies flickering over the Bryn Gweled pond on a quiet summer evening took Cathie Forman’s breath away. It’s that feeling — and a respect for the living landscape that inspired it — she wants to pass down to future generations. Bryn Gweled is more than just a place of natural […]
“Each project is nuanced and never exactly the same as the last,” Kris says. “That’s what keeps the work interesting and challenging, and motivates me to develop creative ways to make projects happen.” In addition to a love of the outdoors and old structures, Kris has more than 20 years of land-use planning and conservation […]
“We are nurturing the past, present, and future of our community,” says William (Bill) Kunze, CEO at Heritage Conservancy. “When we imagine what kind of world we want to live in, many of the features people would identify as being important in their communities are things the work of Heritage Conservancy will help ensure.” Bill […]