Heritage Conservancy Presents 'Bucksville House: Eyewitness to History'

Heritage Conservancy, an accredited not-for-profit land conservation and historic preservation organization located in Doylestown,, will provide the community with an opportunity to tour through a historical Bucks County homestead.

The Bucksville House, a 19th-century tavern and inn, will serve as one of Heritage Conservancy’s “Eyewitness to History” tours on Feb. 11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Currently a private residence, the public will have access to the Bucksville House’s hidden historical treasures during this exclusive tour.

Located in Nockamixon Township, the Bucksville House was once an important stop on the stagecoach route from the Lehigh Valley to Philadelphia and New Jersey. Nicholas Buck settled there in the late-1700s and established a tavern and inn for stagecoach travelers. Buck’s family owned the property for over 80 years, and his son, Nicholas Jr., built the Bucksville House in the 1840s, continuing the family tradition of running a hotel.

The Bucksville House was called “The Sign of the White Horse” in the 1800s and served as the post office for many decades. The property also witnessed the practice drilling of the local militia in the early 19th century and was a place for locals to cast their vote during elections.

Heritage Conservancy President Jeffrey L. Marshall will lead guests through the three-story structure, pointing out the original Greek Revival fireplace surrounds and other architectural clues to the house’s history. Membership Coordinator and historian Tammy Schane will give a presentation about the history of the Buck family and Bucksville, which was a thriving village in its heyday in the 19th century.

Reservations are required, and space is limited. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is $35 a person, or $20 for Heritage Conservancy members. To register, please contact Tammy Schane at 215-345-7020 ext. 107.