A community like no other –
three centuries in the making
Founded in 1732 by Conrad Beissel, Ephrata was home to a community of Brothers, Sisters, and Householders. Today the site is preserved by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, and every visit helps keep its story alive.
Group Tours
Groups of 10+, book 2 weeks ahead
The Chorus
Music of the Cloister
The Museum Store
At the Visitor Center
School Programs
Over 1,100 students each year
Open Wed–Sat 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sun 12:00–4:00 PM.
Guided tours 10:00, 11:30, 1:00 and 2:15 (Sun 1:00 and 2:15).
Tickets through the PA Trails of History store; members free.
Ready to be brought back to life
The $350,000 amphitheater revitalization is funded entirely by donations, and a $100,000 gift has already been given. Narrated by Jonathan Groff.
Mark the calendar
New events are being scheduled. Check the calendar soon.
Explore
Nine original buildings
– and the grounds that hold them
From the Saron and the Saal to the gardens and the amphitheater, every corner of the grounds carries the community story.
A landscape returning to life
What began as a reimagining of the butterfly garden has grown into an initiative reshaping the setting of this historic site.
More Ways to
Experience Ephrata
Genealogy
Research Library
Volunteer
Facility Rentals & Weddings
Get in Touch
Questions about visiting, group tours, or the collections? Send a note and the site staff will follow up.
(717) 733-6600
Wed–Sat 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sun 12:00–4:00 PM
ephrata1732@gmail.com
For questions and inquiries
632 West Main Street
Ephrata, PA 17522
