Changing Exhibits
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These Truths are Not Self-Evident: Stories of the Revolution in the Perkiomen Region
April 18, 2026–March 27, 2027
Using a “graphic novel” style of artwork, the exhibit presents stories that have been passed down from the Revolution. Historical and anecdotal evidence, along with an interactive device, help visitors weigh fact and fiction. A special-made large map allows adults and children to place the stories in the region. See our Semiquincentennial page for details on accompanying programs, including opening weekend. The exhibit and programs are made possible in part through the support of The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation of New York and the Institute of Museum & Library Services, (Grant IGSM-257792-OMS-25).
Revolutionary Fraktur
June 12, 2026–April 25, 2027
Come view some of the Heritage Center’s amazing collection of Fraktur—illuminated Pennsylvania German manuscripts—one of the largest in the world. Between the dates of 1763 to 1783, fraktur transitioned from its European calligraphic and baroque roots to the blossoming of Pennsylvania German folk decoration. In many instances, it is quite different from what is seen in later fraktur. In this exhibit, we display 35 examples from this time period.
Open July 5th - November 5th
Jamee Pemberton’s Quilt Exhibit
“From Gifts of Love to Finding My Artistic Voice”
Introducing Jamee Pemberton, who started quilting in November of 2008, just after completing her 2175-mile hike of the Appalachian Trail. Before re-entering the workforce, she had a couple of months off where she decided to spend her time making holiday gifts. As a lover of handmade gifts from the heart, she completed eight quilts to give as gifts and discovered a newfound passion! Jamee creates quilts of many styles that tend to have color punch, and she likes to include very personal touches drawing inspiration from her love of science, nature and traveling. She has won several awards in regional and local quilt shows. Jamee has turned to her artful side and started lecturing and teaching quilting workshops after a 35-year career as an engineer and project manager. Jamee’s current quilt designs are improvisational and modern. She lives with her husband, Jeff, in Quakertown, Pennsylvania.