Joseph Priestley House — Attraction in Northumberland

Well worth a visit! A hidden gem in the town of Northumberland. Had passed this museum many times and never stopped. Was so glad I finally did. The volunteer staff is knowledgeable and informative and make you feel like family. The house tour is informative and well worth the small admission charge. The small gift shop in the visitors center has great items to help remember your visit. Highly recommend a visit to learn more about Joseph Priestley and his family and how his discoveries changed our nation. (One helpful tip when visiting: cash or check only accepted for admission and gift shop items... no credit or...

Easy to find with plenty of room for parking in their lot or on the street. Restrooms inside the Visitors Center. This was my first time there and they were celebrating Priestley's birthday so admission was free and there was a birthday cake. A retired chemistry teacher, who portrays Dr. Priestley, spoke about 'his' life and then conducted 18th century chemistry demonstrations for half an hour. He is awesome!!! The packed house of adults and children listened intently. He showed how to turn a penny gold, how to tell different types of airs by using test tubes, minerals, liquids and flame. He was fun and...

My Grandfather and Grandmother, George and Suzanne Neff, lived in the Priestley House for many years as curators. My Mother and Uncle, Suzanne Neff Gocke and George lll lived there as well, I spent many summers and holidays playing in that glorious house and oh that Susquehanna river was such a joy!...