Welcome to
Historic Ephrata Cloister
Preserving a Legacy of William Penn’s Holy Experiment
May 2024 Hours of Operation
Wednesday through Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Sunday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Tours are Available Wednesday-Saturday at:
10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
Tours are Available on Sundays at:
12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
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Please Call to Confirm Daily Tour Times
Times may vary daily due to site events and programs
**On Friday May 17th, there will be no guided tours from 9:00am-2:00pm in order to accommodate special programming (Spring Community School Day). We apologize for the inconvenience.***
Experience the captivating history of Historic Ephrata Cloister, a historic religious community established in 1732. Discover the unique lifestyle of its community, which fostered remarkable architecture, original music, significant publications, and extraordinary art. Originally a refuge from worldly distractions, Ephrata nurtured devoted members in a disciplined life aimed at spiritual preparation. Visit today to uncover the intriguing story of our nation’s past.
Plan Your Visit with Ease:
- Groups of 10 people or more, please reserve at least 2 weeks in advance by calling us.
- Group tours are typically available Wednesdays through Sundays; visit our Group Tour Page for more information.
- For visits outside public hours, contact us to discuss arrangements.
- Visitors requiring special assistance should contact us at least 2 weeks prior to their visit.
Note: Hours and schedules may change without notice.