Visit and Discover Hilltown's Rich History

Spend a day in historic Hilltown Township. You just might be amazed at what we have to offer.

Tabora Farm - Tabora has been an operating farm since the mid-1700s.  This is a true family destination. View the deli menu, taste the wonderful baked goods. Tabora Farm is also an orchard. Come all throughout the summer harvest to pick blueberries, currants, gooseberries, peaches, plums, cherries, blackberries, and apples. Special events occur all year long. Check in at taborafarm.com. 1104 Upper Stump Rd, Chalfont PA 18914.   215-249-3016 www.taborafarm.com

The Factory Antiques – This three story brick building was once known as the Wismer Pants Factory. Today it is chock full of antiques, collectibles, and some incredible finds. Stop in and see what you’ve been missing! 130 East Main St. Silverdale, PA. 18962. 215-453-1414.

Pearl S. Buck House - The Pearl S. Buck House, a National Historic Landmark in Hilltown Township, Bucks County, PA, was the home of Pearl S. Buck and her family. The beautiful and iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse contains a rich, intact collection from the extraordinary (the typewriter on which she wrote The Good Earth) to the ordinary (a closet full of board games her family played). The grounds of the estate also contain Pearl S. Buck’s gravesite, greenhouse, award-winning gardens, Cultural Center (a former barn where Ms. Buck held community events), the Estate Pavilion (which houses special events and weddings), and the Welcome Center (which contains the International Gift Shop, the Exhibit Gallery, and the offices of Pearl S. Buck International). Pearlsbuck.org. 520 Dublin Rd, Perkasie, PA 18944.  215-249-0100

Strassburger Farmstead – Take a step back in time to the mid-19th century. The c. 1830 homestead building and summer kitchen look much like it did when the Strassburgers lived in it. Enter the bank barn, you will be convinced you can smell the farm animals. Visit the museum building, displaying the rural life and businesses that were Hilltown in another era. Check our schedule for Open House events. Private tours and visits may be given with prior notice. This site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Hilltownhistory.org. 407 Keystone Dr, Sellersville PA. 18960.

Lower Hilltown Baptist Church Cemetery – This was the site of the original Hilltown Baptist Church, on land donated by pioneer settler and Reverend William Thomas. The first church was built here in 1737 by the Reverend Thomas himself. Over time, the congregation grew, until the main Hilltown Church was located several miles up the road. In 1970, the lower church was removed, but the cemetery is lovingly cared for by the Hilltown Church. The first burial occurred in 1752. There are a number of Revolutionary War soldiers buried here. Along Chalfont Rd is an Oak Tree that was present when William Penn traveled up the Indian Trail, now known as Hilltown Pike. Next to 11 Chalfont Rd, Chalfont, PA. 18914.

Bishop Estates Vineyard & Winery - Bishop’s offers 20 different wines and is open every day. Enjoy a tasting of six wines and find out which are your favorites. After you are done tasting, purchase a glass of wine and linger at the farm. At times, there is weekend live music outdoors or at a firepit. During cold weather, events and music are indoors in the wine processing room. This is a farm that dates back into the 1800s, and has been in the Bishop family for 100 years. Bishopestatepa.com. 2730 Hilltown Pike, Perkasie PA 18944. 215-249-3559

Blooming Glen Pork – Buy your fresh pork products direct from the Moyer family in the Blooming Glen store. Since 1856, this is a family owned and family run business. A great place to pick up your pork products and sides. On Saturdays in season, visit Big Bob’s BBQ Pit. Bloomingglencatering.com. 1248 Route 113, Box 209. Blooming Glen, PA. 18911. 215-257-2710.

Philadelphia Glider Council – Despite the name, this gliderport sits right in the middle of Hilltown Township. This is a premier soaring club nestled in a 125 acre site.   Tow planes and gliders take to the air together, then release, beginning the day of soaring. Contact the Glider Council to experience this for yourself. Pgcsoaring.org. 934 PA Route 152, Perkasie PA. 18944.

Eats and Sweets in Hilltown

​Crossroads Tavern – Once a colonial inn, today this restaurant offers a varied menu with many craft beers. It sits within an old stone Bucks County structure. Xroadstavern.com. 2004 Hilltown Pike, Hilltown, PA 18927. 215-822-3161.

Pasqualina’s Italian Market & Deli - High quality imported and domestic Italian deli meats, cheeses, olive oils, vinegars, gourmet groceries, and to-go meals. Great soups, salads, custom made hoagies, hot sandwiches and sides. All this in the old Uneek Havana Cigar Co. building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Pasqualinasmarket.com. 1259 Souderton Rd, Blooming Glen, PA. 18911.

Bolton’s Farm Market – Another family business in Hilltown, dating back 80 years. This started out as a turkey farm, and that is still a major part of their sales. But they also offer fresh produce, baked goods, dairy, soups and salads. Boltonfarmmarket.com. 1005 E. Main St, Silverdale, PA. 18962. 215-257-6047.

Bucks County Biscotti - Although this biscotti is sold to over 200 partners across the country, the “honor stand” is one of their most popular venues. Pull up to the roadside stand, choose your flavor and put the money in a box. Incredibly simple! Buckscountybiscotti.com. 410 West Creamery Rd, Hilltown, PA. 18927.

The Hickory Stick Ice Cream & More - Here is an ice cream parlor set in an old one-room schoolhouse. It was the Gehman School up until the 1950s. You can experience the old school days as well as your favorite frozen treats. A super spot for that hot day or a dessert. Hickorystickicecream.com. 811 Telegraph Rd, Perkasie PA. 18944. 215-257-5772

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Sundae School of Hilltown – Yet another old one-room schoolhouse that has been converted into an ice cream emporium. This was once the Pennville School. With 68 flavors, you are bound to find something you love. Mysundaeschool.com. 401 Schoolhouse Rd, Telford PA. 18969. 215-723-4123. 

Castillo's Restaurant and Pizza Pub - Located across the street from the Hickory Stick, Castillo’s offers a large menu for indoor dining or take out.  1100 PA Route 113, Perkasie PA. 18944.   267-404-7066 .