History of the
1753 Bachmann Publick House
On the northeast corner of Northampton and 2nd streets, is the 1753 Bachmann Publick House, the oldest remaining building in Easton. The land deed was secured from the Penns by Jacob Bachmann, it's Builder. The building served as a tavern, court house, and the residence for George Taylor, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.
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Who We Are
The Bachmann Players is a group of locally based amateur historians and actors. Mining the area's rich colonial history, we use letters, diaries, and other source materials to recreate the people and events of the 1700's so that they can be experienced by a modern audience.
The Players are under the artistic guidance of Christopher Black, a veteran stage actor who spent over a decade as a member of the former Jean Cocteau Classical Repertory in New York.
THE LENAPE
The essence of history in Easton and the surrounding areas begins with the Leni-Lanape People. They were recognized as “The Grandfathers” by other tribes.
We are fortunate that they have a cultural center here on the Northampton Street level of the Bachmann, which is open to the public most Saturdays from 11:00-3:00.
CONTACT US
If you have questions or feedback, or would like to become involved
with the Bachmann Players, we would love to hear from you.
EMAIL: INFO@BACHMANNPLAYERS.COM
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EASTON HERITAGE DAY 2021- July 11
2:00 PM- "Understanding The Walking Purchase of 1737"- followed by Lenape drum circle.
PLACES YOU CAN VISIT
For recommendations for historical day trips around eastern Pennsylvania Click HERE
Meet William Penn and Benjamin Franklin. Hear the King's Proclamation against treason and sedition, and Thomas Paine read from his pamphlet Common Sense.
Join us for the traditional reading of the Declaration of Independence in Easton's town square. This year the history is expanded as the Bachmann Players Partner with Sponsor GEDP (Greater Easton Development Project) and the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania.
Past productions
Easton 1752: Founding of a Frontier Village click here
Easton in Crisis 1755 click here
An Evening With John Adams 1777 click here
12:00 Noon- Reading of the Declaration of Independence.
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11:30- "Edge of Revolution" Pre Show