The Bradford House Historical Association will host its annual Spring Homeschoolers’ Day on Tuesday, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering an immersive, hands-on educational experience for homeschool students and their families.
The event brings 18th-century history to life through interactive demonstrations, guided tours and engaging activities designed for learners of all ages. Participants will explore the Bradford House Museum, the National Historic Landmark home of Whiskey Rebellion leader David Bradford, where they will gain insight into daily life on the Pennsylvania frontier.
The event will feature a live hearth-cooking demonstration in the log kitchen cabin, complete with samples of traditional “sugar cake,” as well as a walk-through timeline exhibit at the Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center. Attendees can also take part in hands-on activities in the Meeting House, including quill pen writing and wool dyeing, and enjoy outdoor 18th-century games and toys in the Bradford House garden. New in 2026, visitors can also experience tabletop games from the period set up for play in Bradford Place, a recent expansion of the Bradford House campus located across the street from the historic Bradford House in Downtown Washington.
“Spring Homeschoolers’ Day is designed to make history tangible and memorable,” said Tracie Liberatore, Executive Director of the Bradford House Historical Association. “Through interactive learning, students can better understand the people, events and culture that shaped our region.”
The program is open to children ages 4 and up, with admission priced at $9 for advance registration and $10 at the door. Preregistration is encouraged to ensure availability and assist with planning. This annual event also serves as a fundraiser supporting the Bradford House’s mission to preserve and promote the history of the Whiskey Rebellion and 18th-century life.
Event Details:
What: Spring Homeschoolers’ Day
When: Tuesday, April 21 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Bradford House Museum and surrounding sites, 175 S. Main St., Washington, Pa.
Cost: $9 (advance) / $10 (day-of)
For more information or to register, visit the “Events” tab on BradfordHouse.org or email education@bradfordhouse.org.
Bradford House Historical Association
The Bradford House Historical Association (BHHA) is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation that operates the Bradford House Museum, Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center, and Whiskey Rebellion Festival, all of which are located in Downtown Washington, Pa. The mission of the Bradford House Historical Association is to educate as we preserve and promote the history of the Whiskey Rebellion and the 18th-century life and times of David Bradford.