Nestled within the heart of Bucks County, a hidden world of art, history, and wonder awaits within the walls of its museums. Step back in time to encounter artifacts and exhibits of the past, while also hearing stories of our ancestors, explore the evolution of our community, and witness the power of art and science. Here we will guide you through a curated selection of Bucks County's most-loved museums.

2023 Happening List Winner for Museum: Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Museum

610 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA
(215) 788-9432

Set overlooking the Delaware River, the Grundy's home was always known for its elegant hospitality and a center of civic engagement. Through the generosity of the estate of Senator Joseph R. Grundy, the traditions have been carried on at the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Museum. Take a step through the front doors and back to the 1880s. The recent renovations allow guests to fully partake in the splendor of a bygone age, and catch a very personal glimpse of what life would have been like for a wealthy industrialist family in the late 19th century.

Pearl S. Buck House

520 Dublin Road, Perkasie, PA
(215) 249-0100

The Pearl S. Buck House is a National Historic Landmark museum in Bucks County, that was once the home to Pearl S. Buck and her family. The beautiful and iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse contains a rich, intact collection from the extraordinary to the extraordinary. The grounds of the estate also contain Pearl S. Buck's gravesite, greenhouse, award-winning gardens, Cultural Center (a former barn where Ms. Buck held cultural community events), the Estate Pavilion (which houses special events and weddings), and the Welcome Center.

Mercer Museum

84 S. Pine Street, Doylestown, PA
(215) 345-0210

The Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle is located in Doylestown. It's a 6 story concrete castle, with a towering central atrium that displays large objects like a whale boat, stage coach, and Conestoga wagon. On each level surrounding the court, there are smaller exhibits that include healing arts, tinsmithing, dairying, lighting, and so on.

Michener Art Museum

138 S. Pine Street, Doylestown, PA
(215) 340-9800

The Michener Art Museum is dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting the art and cultural heritage of the Delaware Valley region. Throughout the year, the Michener Art Museum hosts a wide range of programs open to the public, including lectures, artist conversations, gallery talks, artist studio tours, dance performances, concerts and other musical performances, Ladies Night Out, family-themed activities, and other events. The Museum also offers art classes for children and adults, which include instruction in drawing, painting, sculpting, and printmaking as well as programs designed to enhance artistic awareness.

The Bucks County Children's Museum

500 Union Square Drive, New Hope, PA
(215) 693-1290

The Bucks County Children's Museum was started by a local elementary and special education teacher. Combining Bucks County history with fun, hands-on learning experiences for families to share in evolved into the Bucks County Children's Museum. It brings in over 55,000 guests each year.

Moravian Pottery & Tile Works Museum

130 E. Swamp Road, Doylestown, PA
(215) 239-9797

The Moravian Pottery and Tile Works is a history museum which is located in Doylestown. The Moravian Pottery and Tile Works offers workshops and an apprenticeship program to teach the art of handcrafting ceramic tiles and mosaics.

African American Museum of Bucks County

215 E. Richardson Ave, Langhorne, PA
(215) 752-1909

The African American Museum of Bucks County honors the rich legacy of the African American experience, inspiring pride and sharing information and stories about the diverse journey of African Americans. The programs and exhibits throughout the year explore the history and heritage of the diverse cultures of Bucks County and beyond.

Parry Mansion Museum

45 S. Main Street, New Hope, PA
(215) 862-5652

The Parry Mansion Museum is a museum devoted to regional decorative arts. The Benjamin Parry Mansion was built by Mathias Hutchinson and is a landmark of the community.

Bucks County Civil War Library and Museum

32 N. Broad Street, Doylestown, PA
(215) 348-8293

The Bucks County Civil War Library and Museum presents numerous rare and one-of-a-kind artifacts from the Civil War, with an emphasis on the Bucks County's contribution. The library and research room houses over 1,500 books, periodicals, rare first-editions, and databases for reach and study. Founded by The Bucks County Civil War Round Table, Inc., the facility serves as a center for the advancement of history, Civil War research, and the preservation of Pennsylvania's participation in America's great conflict.