Bucks County, Pennsylvania 2008 Visitors Guide

what to do what to do Arts & Entertainment Bucks County Symphony D5 PO Box 500, Doylestown PA 18901. (215) 345-7321; Email: info@buckscountysymphony.org; Web: www.buckscountysymphony.org. Local volunteer symphony orchestra dedicated to providing exciting music to the community and music education to youth in the schools. $$$. cultural region Midnight Productions, Inc. E6 PO Box 709, Buckingham PA 18912. (215) 794-3378; Email: mp@midnightpro.com; Web: www.midnightpro.com. Local producers of elaborate special effects “haunted house” in October. Annual Easter production of “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Professional lighting design and equipment rental for theatre and special events. CC $$$ Charters and Tours – Trolley New Hope Arts Center F6 2 Stockton Ave, New Hope PA 18938. (215)862-9606; Email: newhopearts@aol.com; Web: www.newhopeartsinc.org. A non-profit organization dedicated to increasing awareness and support of the contemporary arts and artists of the region. National exhibitions, gallery talks, tours, performances and a museum-quality outdoor sculpture exhibit throughout New Hope. Peddler’s Village Murder Mystery Theater F6 Rtes 202 and 263, PO Box 218, Lahaska PA 18931. (215) 794-4000; Email: info@peddlersvillage.com; Web: www.peddlersvillage.com. Dinner, dessert and death await you every Fri and Sat night. Interactive entertainment, plus a delectable full-course dinner make for a hilarious, unforgettable evening. Non-smoking. Free parking. Groups welcome. Private shows can be arranged. Reservations required CC $$$ Bucks County Trolley Co. G3 1469 River Rd, Upper Black Eddy PA 18972. (610) 982-5200; Email: CaptainDee@BucksCountyTrolleys.com; Web: www.BucksCountyTrolleys.com. Fascinating and fun trolley tours including: haunted inns, wineries & vineyards, covered bridges, as well as historic, cultural and scenic attractions. Please contact us for scheduled departure times and locations. Private charters available for special occasions. James A. Michener Art Museum – Doylestown D5 138 S Pine St, Doylestown PA 18901. (215) 340-9800; Email:jamam1@michenerartmuseum.org; Web: www.michenerartmuseum.org. Known as the art and soul of Bucks County, the Michener Art Museum offers an exquisite collection of Pennsylvania Impressionist paintings, hosts nationally touring special exhibits and showcases important regional artists. CC $$ PUCK D5 1 Printers Alley, Doylestown PA 18901. (215) 327-7959; Web: www.pucklive.com. PUCK is a 100-seat live-music venue in the heart of gorgeous old Doylestown. The summer patio is alive with sound as friends gather to relax and enjoy the day with drinks and grilled specialties. $$ Covered Bridges Pine Valley Covered Bridge D5 Old Iron Hill Rd, New Britain Twp, Chalfont PA. Built in 1842 of native hemlock and pine, this bridge is also known as “Iron Hill Bridge.” It crosses Pine Run Creek, which was named after the hardy neighboring pine trees. Height Limit: 11 ft 10 in; Width Limit: 15 ft; Weight Limit: Check local postings; Length: 81 ft. Balloon Rides U.S. Hot Air Balloon Team F6 Lahaska PA 18931. (800) 592-1525; Email: info@ushotairballoon.com; Web: www.ushotairballoon.com. Once-in-a-lifetime experience. A great gift for any occasion. Relax, enjoy they exhilaration of floating effortlessly over the upper reaches of the Delaware River and Bucks County. AM / PM rides available. Van Sant Covered Bridge F7 Covered Bridge Rd, Solebury Twp, New Hope PA. Built in 1870 and also known as “Beaver Dam Bridge,” this bridge crosses Pidcock Creek. You’ll find this bridge close to Bowman’s Hill and the Thompson-Neeley House in Washington Crossing Historic Park. Height Limit: 12 ft 6 in; Width: 15 ft; Weight Limit: 7 tons; Length: 86 ft. Charters and Tours – Boat Coryell’s Ferry Historic Boat Rides F6 22 S Main St, New Hope PA 18938. (215) 862-2050; Web: www.spiritof76.biz/ferry.html. Perfect family activity. Ride on the river aboard the H.M.S. Surprise. Experience history and wildlife. Tickets at Gerenser’s Exotic Ice Cream. Family Fun Byers’ Choice, Ltd. C5 4355 County Line Rd, PO Box 158, Chalfont PA 18914. (215) 822-6700; Email: gallery@byerschoice.com; Web: www.byerschoice.com. Home of America’s beloved, handcrafted Carolers® figurines. Stroll a life-sized London street, watch skilled artisans from the observation deck, view a video, unique gifts and exclusive Carolers® in our Gift Emporium. Award-winning gardens. CC FREE James A. Michener Art Museum – New Hope F6 500 Union Square Dr, New Hope PA 18938. (215) 862-7633; Email: jamam1@michenerartmuseum.org; Web: www.michenerartmuseum.org. Located in the heart of Bucks County’s historic arts colony, the Michener Art Museum in New Hope extends the mission of preserving the arts and culture of the area. It is home to two permanent exhibitions as well as changing exhibits. CC $ Ghost Tours F6 PO Box 3354, Warminster PA 18974. (215) 343-5564; Email: ghstofpa@aol.com. Tours meet at Main St and Ferry St in New Hope. Private tours are available year-round. Gift certificates available. Sat nights Jun-Nov. Oct: Fri and Sat only. Tours begin at 8 pm. $$ 20 http://www.midnightpro.com http://www.buckscountysymphony.org http://www.newhopeartsinc.org http://www.peddlersvillage.com http://www.BucksCountyTrolleys.com http://www.pucklive.com http://www.michenerartmuseum.org http://www.ushotairballoon.com http://www.spiritof76.biz/ferry.html http://www.byerschoice.com http://www.michenerartmuseum.org

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