History

Founded in 1745, the Moravian Book Shop is the oldest bookstore in America, theÊoldest continuously operating bookstore in the worldÊand home to the Moravian College student bookstore. For 274Êyears, booklovers near and far have looked to theÊMoravian Book Shop for its curated selection of books and iconic Moravian- and Bethlehem-themed gifts.

The Moravian Museum of Bethlehem introduces guests to the earliest history of the Bethlehem community. On tours, guests discover the remarkable stories behind BethlehemÕs founders, including early Moravian medicinal practices, communal living, missionary work, and a progressive educational system.The Moravian Museum of Bethlehem complex includes some of the most important and oldest buildings in the Lehigh Valley. Due to its incredible history and architecture, the Gemeinhaus has been designated a National Historic Landmark and is part of Historic Moravian BethlehemÕs National Historic Landmark District.

Pennsylvania Playhouse is a non-profit organization. Guests can experience the finest productions by the best regional performers in an intimate theater where no seat is more than nine rows from the stage. Free parking is available in a large lot across the street from the theater.

Ballet Guild of the Lehigh Valley, Inc. was founded by Marjorie Berlin Fink in 1958 and serves as the umbrella organization for the Pennsylvania Youth Ballet school and performing company.

Pennsylvania Youth Theatre is non-profit performing arts organization with the mission of educating, entertaining and enriching the lives of young people and their families through the art of theater.

Santa Bannon / Fine Art is both a fine art gallery and art consulting firm. Our gallery primarily features the work of world renowned Pennsylvania fine art photographers and ArtsQuestÕs high-end glass artists. We offer consulting in all the visual arts; from photography, art glass, new media, and installation to sculpture, painting and collage. SB/FA clients include individuals, family and corporate collectors, museum curators, as well as interior design and architecture professionals. We assist erudite collectors find appropriate pieces in most media to expand existing collections as well as welcome the novice collector find their way in starting a collection or to simply purchase something they love.SB/FA is located in the heart of the thriving arts community at ArtsQuest Banana Factory. Our chic multi-level space is a salon style gallery and is the only space of its kind in the region.