Contains the laboratory and books of Dr Joseph Priestly, the Unitarian theologian who discovered oxygen. The house contains period furnishings. A visitor center depicts the life of Dr Priestley, who emigrated from England in 1794. Open Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday noon-5pm; closed holidays, except Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. Hours may vary; phone ahead for schedule.
Location:
472 Priestley Ave, Northumberland Pennsylvania 17857
Telephone
570-473-9474
Other History nearby:
(Milesburg) Curtin Village
(Eckley Miners Village) Eckley Miners' Village
(Lock Haven) Heisey Museum
(Northumberland) Joseph Priestley House
(Chalk Hill) Kentuck Knob
(Williamsport) Lycoming County Historical Society Museu
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01/10 Coming to The Northumberland area
Maryland Faerie Festival Darlington MD May10-12 The Maryland Faerie Festival celebrates the Faeries in an atmosphere and with entertainment inspired by Faerie folklore and literature.
South 9th Street Italian Market Festival Philadelphia PA May18-19 Bring the entire family to experience the Annual Procession of Saints, and to enjoy the Live Entertainment, Family Events, Crafts, Food, Food and more Food!
Saint Anthony's Italian Festival Wilmington DE June9-16 The Italian Festival celebrates the spirit of Italy’s idyllic island paradise, Sicily.
The Kutztown Festival Kutztown PA June29-July7 The Kutztown Folk Festival is the oldest folklife festival in America. Share an Affordable Day of Family Fun with the Pennsylvania Dutch.
Wilmington Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft Festival Wilmington DE July27-28 The Guild is known for uniting impeccable craftsmen with craft-seeking customers in search of one-of-a-kind objects made in America. This annual two-day event delivers exceptional works to a savvy audience.
Schuyler County Italian American Festival Watkins Glen NY August2-4 The Italian people, known for their love of family, food and friends are the foundation and spirit of this festival.
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