Rittenhousetown Homestead — Attraction in Philadelphia

Had a wonderful time here today. You were able to tour one colonial house and a single room building. The house was two rooms downstairs and two upstairs with one being a bedroom the other looked like a drawing room. It was a self tour but at the entrance was a person dressed in colonial garb to answer questions and offer stories about living in those times. The single room building was for cooking and had a gentleman making sweet griddle cakes that were delicious. The young lady offered us two types of pepper pot soup. One with cracked pepper which was hotly served and tasted very peppery. It was so awesomely good that I have to find a recipe at least similar in peppery taste. I was very glad to attend as they had an archeologist a science guy local vendor tables in a cool comfortable...

Rittenhouse Town is a hidden gem with rich local history. The remains of the first local paper mill are well preserved and make for a fun place to tour, walk through, or simply explore. You can even rent the space for events like birthday parties.

There are picnic benches, open fields, and a peaceful creek that’s perfect for lounging beside. It’s a relaxing, family-friendly spot with something for everyone.

I’ve been coming here for walks for several...

Visited Rittenhousetown Homestead during the 2025 Free Museum Day and really enjoyed it. It’s a beautiful, peaceful spot tucked into nature with a unique and rich history. The house has a lot of charm, and it was fascinating to learn about its role in early American industry. A great hidden gem if you’re into history or just want a quiet, scenic...