Bushy Run Battlefield

10/24/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Welcome to Bushy Run Battlefield! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

We're happy to welcome the Penn-Trafford Warriors Track & Field team, their competitors, and all the families and supporters joining us today for their elementary school track meet! Good luck to all the young athletes! 🏅

While you're here, why not take a little time to explore the history of Bushy Run? Our museum will be open throughout the meet for anyone interested in a tour and learning more about the historic 1763 battle fought right here on these grounds.

📍 Visiting the museum? Please let the school's volunteer parking team know that you're here to visit the museum, and they'll direct you to a designated, convenient parking area.

The track meet is expected to wrap up by 12:00 PM, so come enjoy a little history while cheering on our young athletes!

Welcome to Bushy Run, Warriors! We hope everyone has a wonderful morning! 💛💚

10/21/2026

The Bushy Run Battlefield Heritage Society is saddened by the passing of John Guhl, who passed away on Friday. John was a dedicated volunteer for more than two decades, generously giving his time to assist with parking and security during our events.

Throughout his years at Bushy Run, John was unfailingly kind, always eager to lend a hand, and a friend to so many who visited and worked here. His kindness and willingness to help made him a valued part of our community, and his absence will be deeply felt by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

We are grateful for the many years John gave to Bushy Run and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who will miss him. He will be remembered fondly and missed dearly.

This year, we have sadly lost several members of our Bushy Run family. Each of these individuals has been part of the history and community that make Bushy Run so special, and we want to take a moment to recognize and appreciate all they have done for our organization and historic site.

Whether through years of volunteer service, acts of kindness, a willingness to lend a hand, or simply the friendships they built along the way, their contributions have left a lasting mark on Bushy Run. We are deeply grateful for the time, care, and dedication they shared with us, and we will continue to honor their memories as we carry our mission forward.

To all those we have lost this year, thank you for being part of our story. You are missed, remembered, and forever a part of the Bushy Run family.

10/15/2026

🍂🫖 A HARVEST TEA REMINDER: ADJUSTED MUSEUM HOURS THIS SATURDAY! 🫖🍂

A quick reminder to our visitors that Bushy Run Battlefield will have adjusted museum hours on Saturday, October 17 as we prepare to host our annual Harvest Tea!

🏛️ Saturday Museum Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

The museum will close to the public at noon, and regular museum visits and guided tours will not be available during the afternoon as we host our Harvest Tea. Golf cart tours will not be available as all our guides will be helping us get ready. The grounds will remain open for visitors to enjoy!

🍁 Still hoping to join us for the Harvest Tea? It's not too late! We have just a few tickets remaining for our afternoon of tea, light fare, history, and live acoustic Appalachian folk music performed by musicians from local band Mountain Meets the Moon.

GET TICKETS HERE:

Step into the elegance of a bygone era and join us for an afternoon of tea, tradition, and history at Bushy Run Battlefield.

10/12/2026

Today, the Bushy Run Battlefield Heritage Society recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day by honoring the histories, cultures, traditions, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples, particularly the Eastern Woodlands Native peoples whose histories are deeply connected to this region.

As stewards of Pennsylvania’s only recognized Native American battlefield, we recognize our responsibility to preserve and interpret this landscape with care, respect, and historical integrity.

The history of Bushy Run Battlefield is inseparable from the histories of the Indigenous nations who called this region home. The events of 1763 unfolded within a much longer history of Native homelands, diplomacy, cultural traditions, and relationships with the land. Understanding this history requires acknowledging Indigenous perspectives and recognizing that Native history did not end with the events commemorated here.

The Bushy Run Battlefield Heritage Society is committed to sharing this history thoughtfully, honoring the cultures and experiences of the Eastern Woodlands peoples, and continuing to learn from the histories and perspectives of Indigenous communities and their descendants.

This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the peoples whose histories are part of this landscape, recognize their enduring cultural legacies, and reaffirm our commitment to preserving and interpreting this historic site with respect.

10/08/2026

Special guests are MIGRATING to Bushy Run!

A flock of Canadian geese made a stop at Bushy Run as the leaves begin to turn and fall migration gets underway.

Canadian geese are familiar sights throughout Pennsylvania, with many migrating south in the fall while others remain here year-round. Their seasonal movements are just one more sign that autumn has arrived across the battlefield. 🍂

And don’t forget, we’re still here, too! Bushy Run remains open during our normal hours through the end of October.

Come visit us while the fall season is still here for us to enjoy!

10/07/2026

🍂🫖 HARVEST TEA TICKETS ARE NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! 🫖🍂

Our annual Harvest Tea is just around the corner, and tickets are now available to everyone!

Join us at Bushy Run Battlefield on Saturday, October 17 from 1:00–3:00 PM for an elegant autumn afternoon of tea, light fare, history, music, and good company.

We're also pleased to announce that we've booked several local musicians from Mountains Meet The Moon Band, who will provide live entertainment throughout the afternoon. Featuring acoustic Appalachian folk music, their performance will add a warm, distinctly regional touch to this year's Harvest Tea.

Only a limited number of seats remain, so don't wait to reserve your place at the table!

🎟️ Tickets & Information:
https://www.bushyrun.org/event-details/harvest-tea

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Bushy Run Battlefield

Come enjoy an afternoon of tea, history, music, and autumn at Bushy Run.

We invite you to take tea with us this autumn! 🍁

Step into the elegance of a bygone era and join us for an afternoon of tea, tradition, and history at Bushy Run Battlefield.

10/02/2026

Our only inside visitor today may have been a little smaller than usual—but certainly no less impressive! This very large praying mantis stopped by Bushy Run for a brief visit this afternoon.

Praying mantises are found throughout Pennsylvania and are beneficial predators, helping control populations of other insects. They are generally harmless to people and are a fascinating part of Pennsylvania’s natural environment.

Nearby, we also spotted a yellow garden spider; another common Pennsylvania resident that helps control insects by catching them in its large web. Unfortunately, our spider friend was a little more camera-shy and politely declined a photoshoot.

As a reminder, Bushy Run remains open during our normal hours through the end of October! Please come visit us while the magnificent autumn season is still here! You may even encounter some of our smaller residents along the way!

09/30/2026

🍂🫖 HARVEST TEA AT BUSHY RUN 🫖🍂

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for BRBHS members!

https://www.bushyrun.org/event-details/harvest-tea

Join us for an elegant autumn afternoon at Bushy Run Battlefield on Saturday, October 17 from 1:00–3:00 PM for our annual Harvest Tea.

Inspired by the refined afternoon tea traditions of the 18th and 19th centuries, the Harvest Tea offers an afternoon of tea, light fare, history, and good company in the beautiful setting of Bushy Run.

🎟️ BRBHS members may purchase tickets beginning today.

Any remaining tickets will be made available to the general public on Wednesday, October 7.

Seating is limited, so members are encouraged to reserve their places soon!

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Bushy Run Battlefield

We invite you to take tea with us this autumn. 🍁

09/26/2026

🚗🎉 CAR CRUISE IS TOMORROW! 🎉🚗

Join us at Bushy Run Battlefield tomorrow, Sunday, September 27, from 12:00–4:00 PM for our Annual Car Cruise!

🚘 Hundreds of cars & trucks
🎶 Oldies DJ
🎟️ Basket Raffle & 50/50
🏆 Awards & Best in Show
🏛️ FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION!
🌭 Food Trucks
- PK’s Cluckin’ Truck
- Grilled Cheese, Please
- On Point Lemonade

There's still time to register your cruiser on the website! If you plan on coming, PLEASE SIGN UP! https://www.bushyrun.org/event-details/bushyrun-car-cruise

Come spend the afternoon with us, check out some amazing vehicles, grab some food, enjoy the music, and explore the museum FREE of charge!

📅 Sunday, September 27
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Bushy Run Battlefield

Bring the family and come enjoy a great day at Bushy Run! ❤️🚗

Weather and site conditions permitting.