What we’re about
Welcome to the Bucks County and Lehigh Valley Historic Tavern Trail! Bucks and Lehigh (and neighboring) Counties in Pennsylvania are rich in history, dating back to colonial times. This group will explore that history through the bars, pubs, taverns and restaurants that have served these communities for hundreds of years and played a part in the history of our nation. Think McCoole's Red Lion Inn, Brick Tavern Inn, Spinnerstown Inn, Jamison Publick House, Bethlehem Hotel and many more.
So if you're interested in meeting new people, socializing, soaking in the historic atmosphere and learning something about the history of these establishments, this group is for you.
Meetups will be monthly to semi-monthly at a rotating location, and most events will feature a historic presentation of some kind. Just casual get-togethers where we have a chance to mix-and-mingle, enjoy some food and drink, make intelligent conversation and learn something about the history of the venue where we're meeting. No dues, fees or cover charges, this is a fun thing for me, not a side hustle.
See you on the trail!
Upcoming events
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Haunted Taverns Part 2: The Rising Sun Inn and the Legend of Scary Mary
Rising Sun Inn, 898 Allentown Road, Telford, PA, USAs we continue our focus on haunted places this month, we're going to head down to the Upper Bucks/Montco border area to visit the very historic and very haunted Rising Sun Inn in Telford (Franconia Township, Montgomery County).
Originally known as Gerhard's Tavern, The Rising Sun Inn has been serving customers and weary travelers since 1752 in a building that dates to 1739. Today, it's a modern restaurant with an eclectic menu featuring bison and elk.
Like the nearby Red Lion Inn, the Rising Sun Inn was a stop for the Liberty Bell when it was evacuated from Philadelphia and relocated to Allentown during the Revolutionary War. It was also a stop on the Underground Railroad during the 19th century.
The resident ghost is known as Scary Mary. She's been known to appear suddenly in the building's lobby, re-arrange chairs in the dining room and even invite guests to "come upstairs" to the second floor dining room. A paranormal investigation found both female and male ghostly entities in residence at the Rising Sun Inn.
So join us for drinks, lunch and ghost stories. Meet in the bar area (the most original part of the building) for a pre-lunch drink at 12:30. We'll then accept Scary Mary's invite to head upstairs to the second-floor dining room for lunch and learn more about the history and the ghosts. Perhaps some of the employees will fill us in with their first-hand experiences of the paranormal at the Rising Sun Inn.
See you there, if you dare!
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