Hungry for something to do? Tavern Night Fund Raiser returns to the Homestead on March 28th from 6p-10p!

Outside the church, the tavern was the most important institution in most towns. Taverns were used for political assemblies, markets, and, of course, a place to enjoy a good meal and learn the news of the day. Come join us as the buildings and grounds of our historic 18th-century homestead are transformed into a tavern from the 1770s, where the simple pleasures of good food, drink, and fellowship collide.

Tavern Night will feature an evening of storytelling and merriment, complete with 18th-century beer and cocktails and hearth-cooked food prepared in our Bake House. Patrons will be encouraged to learn the popular parlor games (like whist, shut-the-box, and farkle) and join in toasts and popular songs of the day.

From Sunday, May 24 through Sunday, May 31, join us for Hearth Week — an immersive celebration of cooking and historic flavors.

Each day offers a unique experience centered around the hearth, featuring a blend of colonial-era recipes and traditional German fare. Guests will enjoy a new twist on historic recipes like Philadelphia Pepper Pot, a true Wissahickon classic, Catfish and Waffle's, learn all about homebrewing, breadmaking and more! Guests will also enjoy meals inspired by foraged native ingredients, with offerings ranging from a cozy pizza-night dinner to a hearty brunch.

Dates, times, and menu options will be available soon!

Historic RittenhouseTown is proud to announce that Hearth Week is being co-hosted and sponsored by The Historic Foodways Society of the Deleware Valley!

The Historic Foodways Society of the Delaware Valley (HFSDV) is a non-profit group about to celebrate its 25th Anniversary dedicated to the promotion and understanding of food and its place and contributions to history. Our members are not only food lovers, but also enjoy sharing their passion with others. While mainly concentrating on 17th through the 19th Century cooking, the Foodways Society sponsors programs throughout the year including visits to historic sites, hands-on hearth cooking, food history authors talks and lectures - all of which normally include tasting of period foods. Many of the programs focus on the rich foodways of the greater Philadelphia region.