Pages & Places: Mercer Museum Library Special VIP Tour /The Craftery Market
About this Event
History, Shopping & Food — A Day Trip by Motorcoach Visit the Mercer Museum Library, then enjoy free time to explore The Craftery Market, shop local crafts, and grab something delicious to eat.
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MERCER MUSEUM
ABOUT
OVERVIEW
The Mercer Museum is a six-story reinforced concrete castle designed by Henry Mercer (1856-1930) and completed in 1916. Today, it is one of Bucks County’s premier cultural attractions and a Smithsonian affiliate.
The museum complex features local and national traveling exhibits, as well as a core museum collection of over 17,000 pre-Industrial tools. This permanent collection offers visitors a unique window into pre-Industrial America through sixty different crafts and trades, and is one of the world’s most comprehensive portraits of pre-Industrial American material culture. The museum also features a research library that is a center for local history related to Bucks County and the surrounding region, with its roots dating back to the founding of the Bucks County Historical Society in 1880.
ACCESSIBILITY
The historic core of the Mercer Museum has an elevator and offers partial accessibility due to narrow passageways. This historic portion is not climate controlled and may experience fluctuations in temperature and humidity, depending on external weather conditions. The ground floor of the Mercer Museum features a modern and fully accessible, climate-controlled changing exhibit gallery, lecture space, museum shop and restrooms.
THE CRAFTERY MARKET
From Creative Workshops to Curated Markets — Our Story
The Craftery Market is rooted in creativity, connection, and community, but it didn’t begin as a market.
Originally founded as The Craftery in 2014 by Jessica Jackson in Dublin, PA, the business began as a welcoming space for hands-on workshops where people could gather, create, and connect. Whether you were an experienced DIY enthusiast or trying something new for the first time, these workshops encouraged participants to explore their artistic side. From learning new skills to enjoying a fun night out with friends, The Craftery was all about making creativity accessible, messy, and fun.
As the community grew, so did the vision.
In 2017, The Craftery Market was established as a modern market experience featuring carefully curated handmade artisans and vintage treasures. What started as a few seasonal events quickly became the heart of what we do. While we’ve retired our workshop offerings, The Craftery Market continues to support makers and bring communities together throughout Bucks County and beyond.
In Summer 2025, The Craftery Market entered a new chapter as Jessica Jackson passed ownership to longtime supporter and friend, Steph Emr. Steph has been part of our community since the beginning, and her love for handmade goods and connection to local makers runs deep. Both Jessica and Steph have shared heartfelt reflections on this transition and what it means for the future of The Craftery Market
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There will be waivers and emergency forms to complete prior to departing. Participants will receive an email 2 days prior to the event with waivers to complete, if desired - along with chaperone contact.
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM
Depart Bristol Books & Bindery
🕑: 10:00 AM
Arrive at Mercer Museum
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Visit the Mercer Museum Research Library
Info: Visit the Mercer Museum Research Library and gain VIP access to the Old Library, a magical book enclave made entirely out of poured concrete.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Visit the Reading Room
Info: Visit the Reading Room of the Mercer Museum Research Library and engage in a hands-on rare book tour of the Mercer Museum collection, and/or explore Mercer Museum as desired.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Explore The Craftery Market
Info: Free time for food and exploring The Craftery Market.
🕑: 01:00 PM
Meet at Museum entrance for departure
🕑: 02:00 PM
Arrive back at Bristol Books & Bindery
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
VIP Orientation
Info: Explore the Mercer Museum Great Hall and Central Court while learning about the vision of founder Henry Chapman Mercer.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 139.00
