Friday, November 28, 2025–Sunday, January 4, 2026
Monday–Friday at 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, and 3:00 pm
Saturday–Sunday at 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, and 2:30 pm
$15 Adult
$12 Seniors and Students
Free for all Museum membership levels and children 4 and under
Visit our Special Rates page for discounted ticket options.
For forty years (1940s to 1970s), the Raymond and Mildred Pitcairn family celebrated Christmas at Glencairn with a concert, a large three-part Nativity scene, a decorated tree that reached beyond the second-floor balcony, and a Christmas Day meal. This 60-minute guided holiday tour visits five different floors, including the Tower and Bedroom suite. Your guide will take you on a journey back through time to explore how the Pitcairn family celebrated Christmas in their 20th-century castle. At the conclusion of the tour, visitors can enjoy self-guided access to the World Nativities exhibition.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
7:30 pm
Tickets for the Glencairn Sing have sold out.
An email with the registration link for the Sing was sent to all active Glencairn Museum members. If you are an active member who did not receive this email and would like to be on the wait list, please check your junk folder for a message from Glencairn Museum. If you still cannot find it, contact Visitor Services at 267.502.2600 to be added to the wait list.
For over 80 years, the Glencairn Christmas Sing Concert has been a cherished holiday tradition, bringing together families and friends for a magical evening that celebrates music, community, and the spirit of Christmas.
The program features the “Glencairn Horns,” a quintet made up of current and former members of the Philadelphia Orchestra—led by renowned bass trombonist Blair Bollinger, who celebrated his 40th Christmas Sing last year.
Also featured are performances by internationally acclaimed musicians such as violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn and pianist Jungeun Kim, Director of Instrumental Accompaniment at the Curtis Institute of Music. Enjoy the rich, seasonal songs performed by the solo-voice ensemble Les Canards Chantants, and be uplifted by the Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools Concert Choir.
Interwoven throughout the evening are reflective readings from the Christmas story (shared in a peaceful, candlelit setting), a brief message of hope from Bryn Athyn Church clergy, and audience caroling.
Friday, December 12, 2025
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Thursday, December 18, 2025
9:45 am–12:00 pm
$8 per person, children 4 and under free
Registration required by 11:59 pm the day prior to each session.
Our popular annual Christmas event for homeschool families is transforming this year! We are excited to welcome you to a Christmas Homeschool Morning at Glencairn Museum. This new version of our event is designed to welcome smaller groups, provide more interaction with Museum staff, and create a calm and cozy morning of festive fun.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Thursday, December 18, 2025
9:45 am–12:00 pm
$8 per person, children 4 and under free
Registration required by 11:59 pm the day prior to each session.
Our popular annual Christmas event for homeschool families is transforming this year! We are excited to welcome you to a Christmas Homeschool Morning at Glencairn Museum. This new version of our event is designed to welcome smaller groups, provide more interaction with Museum staff, and create a calm and cozy morning of festive fun.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
9:45 am–12:00 pm
$8 per person, children 4 and under free
Registration required by 11:59 pm the day prior to each session.
Our popular annual Christmas event for homeschool families is transforming this year! We are excited to welcome you to a Christmas Homeschool Morning at Glencairn Museum. This new version of our event is designed to welcome smaller groups, provide more interaction with Museum staff, and create a calm and cozy morning of festive fun.
