Peruse upcoming events and submit your own events to the calendar (free!) by clicking ‘submit an event’ on this page. The BCTV Community Calendar is intended for events in Berks County. All submissions are reviewed and if approved are visible on the calendar within one business day. Questions? Email bctv@bctv.org
The Berks History Center is excited to continue offering our special program, Brunch and Brushes, led by BHC Museum Curator, Amber Vroman. During May and June, participants will be painting a BRAND NEW flower design. Create your own masterpiece while enjoying good conversation and delicious refreshments. This unique event blends history with contemporary art. Participants […]
Discover Hidden Barn Treasures in Historic Oley Valley! During this enriching program, Greg Huber (the Sherlock Holmes of Pennsylvania barns), will share his wealth of knowledge about various Oley Valley barns, their construction, builders, and mysterious etchings. Part IX includes barns that have not been featured on previous tours. This tour is a guided driving […]
Join BHC Museum Curator, Amber Vroman, for a Printmaking Workshop where participants can carve fun and artistic designs into the surface of linoleum and transfer it onto paper with a hand printing process. These prints make wonderful gifts and greeting cards! Pick from a variety of Pennsylvania German folk art motifs, or create your very […]
Celebrate 100 years of the Wyomissing Band with a lecture on its history followed by a concert. In addition, the exhibition, “The Wyomissing Band: Celebrating 100 Years,” will be open for guests to view. Admission is free to the public. Seating is limited. RSVP is required. Please call 610-375-4375 Wednesday – Saturday, 9 AM to […]
Education Curator, Vicky Heffner, teaches participants how to weave this long basket with a high handle. After woven, this basket will be a great catch-all for a variety of smaller […]
In celebration of one of the earliest traditions of PA German Easter egg decorating, the BHC is excited to offer a special scratch-carved egg workshop, led by museum Curator, Amber […]
This event will feature soloists and Gospel groups from Reading, Berks County and beyond. This year the Berks History Museum is lending their space and opening their doors 1 hour […]
The Berks History Center (BHC) invites you to participate in our Fall 2022 Road Ramble on Saturday, October 22, 2022. Come join the fun for this full day multi-generational adventure. Fall 2022 Road Ramble participants can ramble through Leesport, Hamburg, Lenhartsville, Virginville, and Kempton. The route narrative features a blend of historic structures, scenic vistas, […]
Join BHC Education Curator, Vicky Heffner, in weaving this one-of-a-kind basket using ¼” flat oval reeds and seagrass, along with a hand-woven handle. Tickets are $45 for BHC members and $55 for non-members and can be purchased by calling the Berks History Center at 610-375-4375 from Wednesday to Saturday, 9 AM- 3PM. Pre-payment is required. […]
