The Daniel Boone Homestead, the Conrad Weiser Homestead, and the Leesport Lockhouse are constantly striving to preserve, restore and document our heritage in Berks County... In addition, groups like the Berks County Conservancy work to protect Berks County’s farmland and natural habitats.
 

Centre Park Historic District
One of Reading’s first suburbs, it contains 840 properties of Victorian and early 20th Century architecture. Annual events include a Christmas House tour, Garden tour, Arts and Antiques Fair, which promote appreciation and preservation of the district. 705-707 North 5th Street, Reading, PA 19601.  610-375-7860.  http://www.centrepark.org/  Top
 

Conrad Weiser Homestead
Conrad Weiser served as diplomat, judge, community planner, soldier and Pennsylvania’s foremost Indian treaty maker. The 18th century Conrad Weiser Homestead contains his residence, springhouse and gravesite, set in a 26 acre park designed by the Olmstead brothers. Grounds and visitor center are free; a fee is charged for a guided tour. Open Wed.-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 12-5. Closed holidays except Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day. Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. 28 Weiser Road, Womelsdorf, PA 19567. 610-589-2934. http://www.conradweiserhomestead.org/   Top

Daniel Boone Homestead
The site of the birth of the great American frontiersman in 1734, the Daniel Boone Homestead interprets the life of early English and German settlers in eastern Berks County. The site includes the Boone House, Blacksmith Shop, Barn, Bertolet log house, Sawmill, Visitor center, picnic area and trails. Open Tues.-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 12-5. Admission. 400 Daniel Boone Rd., Birdsboro, PA 19508. 610-582-4900. Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. http://www.danielboonehomestead.org/   Top

Historic Preservation Trust of Berks County
The purpose of the Historic Preservation Trust of Berks County is to save historic buildings threatened by destruction, whether it comes from decay, neglect, or, in some cases, progress. Today eight 18th century buildings are maintained including the Mouns Jones house, the oldest documented house in the county (1716), the 1760 White Horse Tavern, 1765 George Douglas House and 1780 Covered bridge keepers House, all in old Morlatton village, Douglassville; the John Deturck house of 1767 and Jacob Keim Homestead, and the 1783 David Hottenstein Hose near Kutztown. The buildings are open by appointment. PO Box 245, Douglassville PA 19518. 610-385-4762.  Annual country fair held in September   Top

The Leesport Lockhouse Foundation
The Leesport Lockhouse Foundation strives to preserve an important part of local canal history. The lock tender’s house, restored to the 1890-1910 time period, is a museum of the Schuylkill Canal and community of Leesport. PO Box 231, Leesport, PA  19530.  610-926-5665.  http://www.co.berks.pa.us/parks/cwp/view.asp?a=1229&q=448066  Top

Old Dry Road Farm
Old Dry Road Farm is a living history and educational center located on 200 acres of farmland, designed to give students the experience of living our cultural heritage. Its buildings include two original farmsteads - the early 19th century Essig farm and the 18th century Staudt - and the partially restored Brecht- Dundore- Hottenstein complex, and 18th century farm relocated here for preservation. Admission. Lessons are given that demonstrate various aspects of 18th and 19th century farm life in America. Tours and activities information may be obtained by writing to PO Box 163, Wernersville, PA 19565.  610-678-1226.  Top

Pagoda-Skyline
Pagoda-Skyline, Inc. is a non-profit, citizen volunteer organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the Pagoda, the Fire Tower and the Skyline Drive area. Monthly meetings 2nd Wednesday held at the Pagoda at 7PM.  PO Box 1615, Reading, Pennsylvania, 19603.  610-375-6399.  http://www.pagodaskyline.org/  Top

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