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About. Built between 1908-1912, Fonthill Castle was the home of archaeologist, anthropologist, ceramist, scholar and antiquarian Henry Chapman Mercer (1856-1930). Mercer built Fonthill Castle as his home and as a showplace for his collection of tiles and prints. The castle serves as an early example of reinforced concrete and features forty ...
ROLLO'S FACTS. Among the oldest artifacts in the Mercer Museum are a 2,000 year old whale oil lamp and Native American implements dating to 6,000-8,000 BC.
Photo Gallery. Mercer Museum Photos; Fonthill Castle Photos; Events. Movies at the Mercer Museum; Research Library Programs; Fonthill Castle Beer Fest; Cocktails at the Castle; EXHIBITS. Mercer Museum Exhibits. Everyday Rhythms: Music at the Mercer; Permanent Exhibits; Online Exhibits; Past Exhibits. 2021 Past Exhibits; 2020 Past Exhibits; 2019 ...
The Museum’s grounds offer ample space for an al fresco wedding ceremony and unique photo opportunities among the vintage artifacts. Elkins Gallery special event rentals include time for your guests to visit the Mercer Museum Castle in an intimate and personal way.
536 reviews. #3 of 32 things to do in Doylestown. History Museums. Closed now. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Managed by the Bucks County Historical Society, this museum pays tribute to Henry Chapman Mercer, noted archaeologist, antiquarian, artist and writer. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
536 reviews. #3 of 32 things to do in Doylestown. History Museums. Closed now. 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Managed by the Bucks County Historical Society, this museum pays tribute to Henry Chapman Mercer, noted archaeologist, antiquarian, artist and writer. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
May 29, 2015 · Visiting the Mercer Museum: One of Pennsylvania’s Most Unique and Quirky Collections. May 24, 2023 by Jim Cheney. 38.6K shares. To say that the Mercer Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, is unlike any other historical society museum that I’ve visited is a bit of an understatement. In fact, the Mercer Museum might be unlike any museum I’ve ...
