Bethlehem was named on Christmas Eve in 1741 by Moravian Missionaries from Germany. The preserved architectural integrity and planned community distinguished Historic Bethlehem from other colonial destinations. Learn about the Dozen Firsts in the American Colonies that were created by these industrious Moravians.
Learn what helps make Historic Bethlehem a compelling authentic colonial destination for heritage travelers.
Historic Bethlehem was named a “TOP 10 MAIN STREET” by USA TODAY in 2015.
The 1740’s Colonial Industrial Quarter became linked economically to the region and nation with the opening of the Canal System to Bethlehem in 1829.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
The huts are located in Historic Downtown Bethlehem, and will be open Thursdays through Sundays starting November 9th through December 24th.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
The huts are located in Historic Downtown Bethlehem, and will be open Thursdays through Sundays starting November 9th through December 24th.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
The huts are located in Historic Downtown Bethlehem, and will be open Thursdays through Sundays starting November 9th through December 24th.
Leading up to Christmas, come visit with Santa! Take your own photos, with your own devices! It’s FREE!
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
The huts are located in Historic Downtown Bethlehem, and will be open Thursdays through Sundays starting November 9th through December 24th.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
Get in the Spirit with the Historic Bethlehem Live Advent Calendar, the only one of its kind in the country and perhaps the entire world! The Live Advent Calendar is a free, family-friendly event that takes place every night at 5:30PM.
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