Elkins Art Gallery at Mercer Museum

"Events to Remember in Castles You'll Never Forget"

Plan your next event in one of Bucks County's incredible castles - the Mercer Museum houses treasures of early America and the Terrace Pavilion, adjacent to Henry Mercer's dramatic home Fonthill, is decorated with Mercer's own Moravian Tiles.

The Mercer Museum's Elkins Gallery and Fonthill's Terrace Pavilion are unique settings for your party, wedding or corporate meeting. Reflecting the rich heritage of Bucks County, both museums are National Historic Landmarks.

The Elkins Gallery, a stately Georgian room displaying the museum's collection of Bucks County paintings, can be booked for gatherings of up to 150 people to celebrate in elegant style. Fonthill's Terrace Pavilion, located in park-like surroundings, is an intimate setting available for occasions of up to 36 people, such as rehearsal dinners and surprise parties, up to 70 for a wedding or meeting, or combined with a tent, a lawn party or wedding for up to 200. Elkins Gallery rentals include access to the Mercer Museum. Events at the Terrace Pavilion can include a private tour of Fonthill upon request.

Location, Location, Location: The Mercer Museum and Fonthill's Terrace Pavilion are located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, in the heart of historic Bucks County. The museums are easily accessible from Routes 202, 611, 313, and the PA Turnpike. Center City Philadelphia, Philadelphia International Airport, and Lehigh Valley International Airport are all within an hour's drive. Additional attractions in the area include the James A. Michener Art Museum, Pearl Buck House, Peddler's Village and the town of New Hope. Several hotels and bed-and-breakfasts are within an easy drive.