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June 2020
Farm to Table – old info to copy
Farm to Table Saturday, June 21 at Heritage Conservancy's Russell-Mandel Preserve Buckingham, PA Our annual summer fundraiser features drinks and a delicious, locally sourced, farm-fresh menu on a gorgeous backdrop of preserved space. Your generous support of this dinner benefits Heritage Conservancy's mission: to protect and care for the land, the history, and the community of our region. Farm to Table is sold out. To be added to the waitlist, please contact Emily Bonavitacola at ebonavitacola@heritageconservancy.org or 215-345-7020 ext. 107…
Find out more »January 2021
Sherlock “Homes”: Old House Detective
Sherlock “Homes”: Old House Detective Date: January 21, 2021 Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 pm Location: Zoom Cost: $10 Member / $15 Non-Members (can be applied to membership) Historic research and documents only answer some of the questions about old houses. In order to answer questions like “What changes were made to the house”? or “Which section is the oldest” can only be answered with a CSI-like, evidence-based approach. In existing houses the investigation can be a lot like…
Find out more »March 2021
Aldie Mansion Spring Garden Cleanup – Day 1
Wednesday, March 10th and Thursday, March 11th (Rain dates March 17th and 18th) 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and/or 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Aldie Mansion 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown, PA 18901 Spring is upon us, and it's time to get Aldie Mansion’s grounds event-ready! In preparation for April mulching days, join us to clean leaves out of the garden beds, cut down the ornamental grasses, and turn over existing mulch. ***All participants must comply with CDC, state, and…
Find out more »Aldie Mansion Spring Garden Cleanup – Day 2
Wednesday, March 10th and Thursday, March 11th (Rain dates March 17th and 18th) 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and/or 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Aldie Mansion 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown, PA 18901 Spring is upon us, and it's time to get Aldie Mansion’s grounds event-ready! In preparation for April mulching days, join us to clean leaves out of the garden beds, cut down the ornamental grasses, and turn over existing mulch. ***All participants must comply with CDC, state, and…
Find out more »Swamp Tromp
Saturday, March 20th 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Quakertown, PA Dress in layers, grab a flashlight and get ready for an exciting adventure learning about the types of amphibians that call Quakertown Swamp home with herpetologist Kyle Loucks, regional coordinator for the Pennsylvania Amphibian and Reptile Survey (PARS). Then, take a “tromp” to vernal pools in the forest when frogs and other night creatures begin their evening song. $5.00 for Heritage Conservancy members; $10.00 for non-members. This event is currently…
Find out more »April 2021
Mulch Madness – Day 1
Tuesday, April 13th Wednesday, April 14th (Rain date April 15th) 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and/or 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Aldie Mansion 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown, PA 18901 Help us prepare and beautify historic Aldie Mansion for the spring. Every year, volunteers help spread over 50 yards of mulch around the gardens. We certainly cannot do it this year without your help! ***All participants must comply with CDC, state, and local COVID-19 procedures designed to reduce the spread…
Find out more »Mulch Madness – Day 2
Tuesday, April 13th Wednesday, April 14th (Rain date April 15th) 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and/or 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Aldie Mansion 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown, PA 18901 Help us prepare and beautify historic Aldie Mansion for the spring. Every year, volunteers help spread over 50 yards of mulch around the gardens. We certainly cannot do it this year without your help! ***All participants must comply with CDC, state, and local COVID-19 procedures designed to reduce the spread…
Find out more »Croydon Woods Nature Preserve Habitat Improvement – Earth Day
Saturday, April 24th (Drizzle or shine) 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Heritage Conservancy's Croydon Woods Nature Preserve (Address and directions provided upon registration) In celebration of Earth Day, help us improve the habitat at Croydon Woods Nature Preserve by freeing our native trees from vines, removing other invasive plants, and picking up trash. ***All participants must comply with CDC, state, and local COVID-19 procedures designed to reduce the spread of COVID-19 including, but not limited, wearing a face mask, practicing…
Find out more »May 2021
Mushroom Hike at Fuller/Pursell Nature Preserve
Sunday, May 2nd Beginning at 10:00 AM Heritage Conservancy’s Fuller/Pursell Nature Preserve Slifer Valley Road Springtown, PA Do you ever wonder about which mushrooms you can eat? Join Heritage Conservancy and Jamie Hollander Catering & Events head chef, Luke Smithson, on a hike to identify wild edibles. Luke is an amateur field mycologist and citizen scientist with over 25 years of collecting and identifying mushrooms. He is a past president and the current Education Chair of the New Jersey Mycological…
Find out more »Spring Has Sprung: A Self-Guided Garden Tour at Aldie Mansion
Tuesday, May 4th 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM (timed entry; times are confirmed upon registration) Aldie Mansion 85 Old Dublin Pike Doylestown PA 18901 We can’t wait to welcome you back to our home at historic Aldie Mansion as the flowers and trees begin to bloom! The gardens at the Mansion have evolved over generations, but many of the original elements remain on site, including several fountains, benches, and garden ornaments designed by Henry Mercer’s younger brother, William. A…
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