Gather Place Museum To 'Remember The Ladies'

YARDLEY BOROUGH, PA — Gather Place will "Remember the Ladies" during a special event at the Bucks County museum on Friday night.

The Bucks County museum will hold a Victorian-era inspired fundraiser and the launch of its America 250th programs, said Shirley Lee Corsey, the museum's executive director.

The event takes place from 5-8 p.m. at the Yardley Friends Meeting at 65 N. Main Street.

Corsey said the evening will draw inspiration from Abigail Adams’ 1776 letter to her husband John Adams, urging him to “remember the ladies” during the founding of the United States.

Guests will celebrate America’s women history makers while connecting educators, community partners, and civic leaders for meaningful networking.

The keynote speaker is former Gov. Mark Schweiker, co-chairman of America250PA. Attendees will enjoy light refreshments, America 250th-themed gifts and information, interactive Gather Place programs, and live storytelling by period-dressed interpreters.

Tickets are $25 per person, with limited space available.

"In just three years, Gather Place has brought America’s history — both local and national — to life," Corsey said. "With our 2026 event and program bookings already filling up, my team is energized and ready for what’s next. History isn’t just studied — it’s lived, felt, and shared. Bucks County, thank you for three amazing years of your warmth, support, and enthusiasm — truly unforgettable."

Corsey said the annual event serves as both a fundraiser and a networking hub for America 250th history partners, educators, and community-based organizations.

With the support of Bucks250PA, The Bucks County Tourism Grant Program, America250PA, and the SemiQuin Grant, Gather Place has quickly become a vital voice for inclusive storytelling. Through collaborations with museums, libraries, classrooms, and local organizations, the museum is expanding its reach and playing a key role in Bucks County’s 250th America commemorations.

"It reflects Gather Place’s mission to ensure that America’s full story is told — honoring both well-known figures and overlooked voices," Corsey said.

(Gather Place)