Moravian Church Settlements – Bethlehem became the 26th World Heritage site in the United States and the first Transnational Serial Nomination put forth by the United States. Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Bethlehem, the site spans 10 acres and includes nine structures, four ruins, and God’s Acre Cemetery.
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.
Calling all creative crows! The Scarecrow Showdown is back, and it's going to be a harvest HOOTdown in Historic Downtown Bethlehem!
Harvest Fest has become the most popular street fair in the Lehigh Valley with the best wine, soup, and beer-tasting trails around!
Want to get a glimpse of our storied past housed in a modern-day interactive map? Experience a USA Today named Top 10 Main Street:
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