2010 Calendar of Events & Programs

Members receive discounted rates on our papermaking workshops and any applicable admission fees. Please contact us information@rittenhousetown.org or (215)438-5711 for further details. RittenhouseTown's event are also posted on Philly Fun Guide and Philly Funsavers.

Upcoming Events

Adults: $5,  Children/Students/Seniors 65+: $3,  RittenhouseTown members: Free

Directions

Weekend tours are not related to the education program. If you are trying to book a weekday group tour or school-group visit, visit our Educational Programs page.

June -September: Summer Paper Arts Workshop Series

Each summer Historic RittenhouseTown offers a series of Paper Arts Workshops that address a variety of topics, such as, papermaking, bookmaking, printing and Turkish marbling. The workshops are held on weekends throughout the summer and are artist-taught. Whether a novice or a veteran, all benefit and enjoy the amazing artistic experience that our qualified instructors create. Many of the workshops are designed for teachers or for families to enjoy together. Class list/Register online

September 11, 10AM: 21st Annual Paper MIll Run 5K Race

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On the Saturday after Labor Day, Historic RittenhouseTown holds the Papermill Run 5K Race. The race attracts many runners from throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region. The course leads through a beautiful section of Fairmount Park along the Wissahickon Creek. The race is open to all applicants over twelve years of age. Prizes are awarded to different age categories for men and women.

Race Route

Online Registration

Mail-in Registration (Print, complete and return w/ check or money order to RittenhouseTown)

October 2, 10AM: Paws in the Park: Dog Walk & Fundraiser

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Sponsorship Opportunties

Bring your dog to this relaxed and fun walk through RittenhouseTown. See sponsorship and registration information below. Register below...

Mail-in Registration Form: PDF

Online Registration

Name of Dog/s

October 30,  6PM-9PM: Spirits of the Wissahickon

November 10: David Rittenhouse Award Dinner Featuring Honoree Dr. Derrick H. Pitts: Cocktails, Colonial Feast and Silent Auction

Full Invitation

RSVP button to be available soon

Past Events: 2010

March 27, 11AM: Annual Egg Hunt

April 21: Members' Meeting and Dinner at City Tavern. Dinner menu.

HIstoric RittenhouseTown's Board of Director coordially invlites you to From Paper to Park: 300 Years Along the Paper Mill Run. Cocktails and 18th century fare by Walter Staib of City Tavern. RSVP required. Flat shoes suggested.$95/person

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