Visitor Information and Current Events

Visitor Center

A visit to Joseph Priestley House begins in our Visitor Center, where an introductory exhibit and 10-minute orientation film depict the life and achievements of Joseph Priestley. Visitors can also purchase tickets for guided tours of Priestley's manor house and shop in the museum store. Guided tours begin with orientation film on the hour from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday; 12 Noon to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. Last tour daily is at 3:00 p.m. Hours and programs subject to change. Call ahead to confirm tour times.

Two picnic tables are available on the grounds for the convenience of visitors.

Click here for directions to the Joseph Priestley House.

2008 Season

Priestley House activities: quill pen writing, meeting Mrs. Bakewell and History Camp

Hours & Admission Prices

May 10, 2008
Annual PHMC Associates Forum
Details to be announced.

July 2008
Summer History Camp
9:30 a.m. - 12 Noon
Lively 'Hands-on History' sessions focus on Joseph Priestley and 18th century life for children having finished 1st - 5th grades. Registration & fee required.
Call (570) 473-9474 for details and to register.

September 2008
Associates Annual Meeting
Details to be announced.

November 2, 2008
Heritage Day at Priestley House
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Tour the mansion at your own pace, talk with costumed interpreters about the Priestley family at home, and join Dr. Priestley in his laboratory for chemistry demonstrations at 1, 2, and 3 PM (Seating in the laboratory is limited and on first come, first serve basis).
Admission $4.00 adults; $3.50 seniors; $2.00 youth 6-17 years

Hours of Operation:

Admission:

March 9, 2008 - December 31, 2008

Visitor Center open

  • Wednesday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Sunday: 12 Noon - 4:30 p.m.
  • Closed Mondays & Tuesdays
  • Closed on all Commonwealth of Pennsylvania holidays except Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day

Tour Availability

  • Guided tours begin with orientation film on the hour from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday; 12 Noon to 3:00 p.m. Sunday.
  • Last tour daily is at 3:00 p.m.

Hours and programs subject to change. Call ahead to confirm tour times.
  • Adult $4.00
  • Reduced $3.50 (seniors age 60 and over; inquire about other reduced admission offers)
  • Youth ages 6 - 17 years $2.00
  • Children under 6 years of age admitted free
  • Group tours (10 or more people) and school tours are by appointment. Please contact us at least one week in advance for rates and to schedule your tour.
  • Rates may vary for certain special programs.