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 (1)
See all- Christmas Cheer at the Keystone Pub in BethlehemKeystone Pub, Bethlehem, PA
We'll celebrate the season on this day with drinks and lunch at the Keystone Pub in the Butztown community of Bethlehem Township (the Christmas Township?), just a few miles northeast of downtown Bethlehem. This is the old Butztown Hotel. Some accounts say the hotel was originally a grist mill built in 1806. Other accounts say the hotel was built next to or near the grist mill sometime after 1806.
In any case, it's long been the center of the Butztown community. We'll learn more about the colorful history of the Butztown Hotel (it was a biker bar in the late 20th century), the local history of this part of Bethlehem and yes, the ghosts that inhabit the space to this day.
We'll have a reserved space on the second floor, which was converted from hotel rooms to dining rooms. See you there!
