Colonial Cooking Workshop at Pottsgrove Manor

Have a hand in preparing—and eating—colonial chocolate dishes in this hands-on workshop. Foodways historian Deborah Peterson of Deborah Peterson’s Pantry will teach participants how to prepare authentic chocolate receipts in ’s reconstructed 18^th century kitchen.

Participants will receive a booklet of all the recipes prepared during the workshop.

The workshop is open to participants ages 12 and up.

There is a $50 fee per person.

Spaces is limited, registration and payment are required by February 7.

Workshop attendees should wear comfortable clothing, bring an apron and bagged lunch.

In case of inclement weather, the workshop will be held February 18.

Click here for a printable registration form or call 610-326-4014 to register or learn more.

Pottsgrove Manor, home of John Potts, colonial ironmaster and founder of Pottstown, is located at 100 West King Street near the intersection of King Street and Route 100, just off Route 422, in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. 

Pottsgrove Manor is operated by Montgomery County under the direction of the Parks and Heritage Services Department.  

Regular museum hours are: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tues. - Sat. and 1 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun. Tours are given on the hour; last tour of the day begins as 3 p.m.