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New Hope Historical Society
Upcoming Events
2026 Memorial Day
Walking Tour of Historic New Hope
May 23, 2026, 1pm
Join us for our 2026 Memorial Day Walking Tour of Historic New Hope as we honor New Hope residents and all who made the ultimate sacrifice on the battlefield. The tour includes visits to the World War I memorial featuring Private Edgar Denson, and the bridge named in honor of Vietnam War hero, Staff Sergeant Karol Bauer. Also included are discussions of the Revolutionary War and Civil War.
Free for Members
$15 for guests
Liberty Lights:
Fireworks Friday 250
July 3, 2026, 6pm (gates open)
Get ready for an unforgettable front row seat and breathtaking bird’s eye view of New Hope’s America 250 fireworks celebration on the Parry Mansion lawn this Fourth of July. Enjoy live music, lawn games, sparklers, delicious food, drinks, and nonstop festive fun. Gates open July 3 at 6 p.m. Independence Day fireworks start at approximately 9 p.m.
$25
About Us
The New Hope Historical Society maintains the Parry Mansion and affiliated structures and brings the history of New Hope to life by connecting past, present, and future through archives, collections, research, education and community programs.
Recent News
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We have recently updated our website to provide a more engaging experience to members, visitors, donors, or those who want to be educated on the history of New Hope. It should be easier to contact us, join as a member, purchase tickets to events, or donate to the New Hope Historical Society. Over the next several months, we'll be adding our calendar of events, plus additional photos, and information from our archives.
In the meantime, make sure to visit the New Hope Historical Society, take a tour of the Parry Mansion, or take a walking tour of our town.
We hope to see you soon.
