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| December 1 |
"A History of the George Emlen House" a presentation by Mr. Charles Zwicker and Mr. Edward Zwicker - See below |
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A History of the George Emlen House
A Presentation by Mr. Charles Zwicker and Mr. Edward Zwicker |
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Thursday, December 1st, 2011 - 7:30 pm First Presbyterian Church Bethlehem Pike and East Mill Road in Flourtown, PA |
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In 1745, a Philadelphia Quaker merchant, named George Emlen built a summer home near the junction of the Skippack and Bethlehem roads. Thirty-two years later, in November 1777, the home gained lasting fame when it was used as the headquarters of General George Washington during the Whitemarsh encampment (November 2nd to December 11th). Since that time, there have been many families that have called this historic residence home, including famous local names such as the Fitzwaters, the Chestons, and the Piszeks. Over the years, the Emlen House has entertained generals, political, religious, and historical figures. The story of this house, and its owners, is woven into the history of this area. Today it is in danger of becoming another casualty of urban sprawl as development encroaches on the grounds of this historic home. Please join us on December 1, as STHS welcomes fellow Board Members Charles and Edward Zwicker. They will present the history of the Emlen House. It is the stories of those who called it home, of those who graced its halls and grounds, and of those who cared for this historic landmark. Charles and Edward Zwicker serve proudly on the Springfield Township Historical Society Board as Vice President and President respectively. The Zwicker brothers have actively researched Springfield Township's rich history. They conduct presentations on various topics including Whitemarsh Hall and the White City Amusement Park. Their publications include Springfield Township, Montgomery County and Whitemarsh Hall: The Estate of Edward T. Stotesbury (Arcadia Press, 2002 and 2004). Please join us for this timely presentation on the Emlen House. Its rich history, coupled with its vanishing landscape, will prove to be an enlightening and moving presentation. The public is invited to attend. There is no charge for admission, and reservations are not required. Light refreshments will be served. For more information call 215-233-4600 |
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