The Knauss Homestead

The Knauss Homestead The Knauss Homestead was built in 1777 by Heinrich Knauss for his father, Moravian settler and founder of Emmaus, Sebastian Knauss.

On the National Register of Historic Places, it’s where the Lehigh Valley can gather and share their love of history. The Knauss Homestead was built in 1777 by Henry Knauss, son of Sebastian Henrich Knauss in Emmaus PA on land donated by Sebastian Heinrich Knauss.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 Peach Festival at the historic Knauss Homestead! 🍑With over 900 guests ...
07/31/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 Peach Festival at the historic Knauss Homestead! 🍑

With over 900 guests in attendance, this year’s event was our most successful to date, a wonderful celebration of local tradition and community spirit.

From engaging tours of the 1777 Heinrich Knauss House and a moving tribute at the Emmaus Remembrance Garden, to incredible vendors, artists, food trucks, and family-friendly activities, the day was filled with memorable moments and meaningful connections.

We are especially grateful to our dedicated volunteers, talented vendors, and enthusiastic guests who helped bring the homestead to life in such a vibrant and joyful way. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our premier sponsor, Valley Builders.

The incredible support from our community ensures this historic landmark remains a thriving part of Emmaus for generations to come, and for that, we are extremely grateful. On behalf of the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society, thank you for making this year’s Peach Festival unforgettable.

See you at the Emmaus Heritage Festival being held at the Emmaus Historical Society on Saturday, September 20th, in conjunction with the Farewell to Summer event!

Please visit knausshomestead.org/2025-peach-festival-wrap/ for a full article about our peach-perfect afternoon!

📷 Photography by: Holly Fasching

Want to help preserve the homestead? Become a member today at KnaussHomestead.org/membership.

Thank you everyone for an incredibly beautiful day. Today shattered records for how many people came and experienced our...
07/26/2025

Thank you everyone for an incredibly beautiful day.

Today shattered records for how many people came and experienced our special place and we are absolutely thrilled with how many of you came out to preserve and protect our history.

We missed Lucy and Angus from Steiner Artisan Farm and are sending them our best wishes for a speedy truck repair!

See you all again soon!

We are underway! Come on out for a peachy afternoon with us from 12-4. Parking is already almost at capacity so we stron...
07/26/2025

We are underway! Come on out for a peachy afternoon with us from 12-4. Parking is already almost at capacity so we strongly advise taking the shuttle from the Emmaus Moravian Church.

By the way the iced coffee from The Rolling Brew is to die for! See you soon!

Peach Festival Parking Information! 🍑If the Cintas parking lot is full, park at the Moravian Church and take the shuttle...
07/26/2025

Peach Festival Parking Information! 🍑

If the Cintas parking lot is full, park at the Moravian Church and take the shuttle bus! It will run in a continuous loop all day.

Get ready for a peach-perfect day at the Knauss Homestead from 12-4pm! 🙂

Founded in 1890, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution National Headquarters (DAR) is dedicated to p...
07/24/2025

Founded in 1890, the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution National Headquarters (DAR) is dedicated to promoting Historic Preservation, Education, and Patriotism across the United States.

Learn how they preserve local heritage and honor those who came before us, all while celebrating community and tradition at the Knauss Homestead.

Peach Festival | Saturday, July 26 | 12–4PM
Free tickets available at peachfest25.eventbrite.com

As a credit union rooted in service and relationships, Members 1st Federal Credit Union is here to celebrate what matter...
07/24/2025

As a credit union rooted in service and relationships, Members 1st Federal Credit Union is here to celebrate what matters most—people helping people.

Stop by their booth at the Peach Festival this Saturday!

Saturday, July 26 | 12–4PM
Free tickets available at peachfest25.eventbrite.com

Come meet Stephanie A. York REALTOR at the Peach Festival! 🏡Stephanie served in the U.S. Navy as a hospital medic and la...
07/24/2025

Come meet Stephanie A. York REALTOR at the Peach Festival! 🏡

Stephanie served in the U.S. Navy as a hospital medic and later spent over two decades as a critical care trauma RN. Her passion for real estate, interior design, and helping others led her to pursue a new chapter serving the ABE area with the same dedication and care.

Peach Festival | Saturday, July 26 | 12–4PM
Free tickets available at peachfest25.eventbrite.com

Discover the vibrant world of Thistle and Griffin at the Peach Festival! 🌿Come meet Michelle, an artist and maker behind...
07/23/2025

Discover the vibrant world of Thistle and Griffin at the Peach Festival! 🌿

Come meet Michelle, an artist and maker behind a beautiful collection of mosaic and textile art, handcrafted jewelry, and DIY embroidery kits. Whether you're looking for something unique to wear, display, or create, you'll find inspiration at her booth!

Peach Festival | Saturday, July 26 | 12–4PM
Free tickets available at peachfest25.eventbrite.com

With over 40 years of winemaking experience, Franklin Hill Vineyards brings sustainable practices and award-winning wine...
07/23/2025

With over 40 years of winemaking experience, Franklin Hill Vineyards brings sustainable practices and award-winning wines to the heart of Emmaus.

Their locally crafted selections are the perfect complement to a summer afternoon at the Peach Festival!

July 26 | 12–4PM
The Knauss Homestead | Emmaus, PA
Free admission tickets: peachfest25.eventbrite.com

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Brighten your day with fresh-cut flowers from Excelsior Flowers!🌻Locally grown right here in Lehigh County, their farm-f...
07/23/2025

Brighten your day with fresh-cut flowers from Excelsior Flowers!🌻

Locally grown right here in Lehigh County, their farm-fresh flowers are bringing beauty and color straight to the Peach Festival this Saturday.

July 26 | 12–4PM
The Knauss Homestead | Emmaus, PA
Free admission tickets: peachfest25.eventbrite.com

In the 18th century, a new set of clothing began with the preparation of fibers – primarily flax or wool. Join Beth Beat...
07/23/2025

In the 18th century, a new set of clothing began with the preparation of fibers – primarily flax or wool.

Join Beth Beatty to learn the steps of preparing fiber for processing and see how a spinning wheel works. You can even try your hand at spinning some wool into yarn on your lap!

July 26 | 12–4PM
The Knauss Homestead | Emmaus, PA
Free admission tickets: peachfest25.eventbrite.com

PEACH PAINTING CONTEST 🎨The most creative peach painted wins the grand prize of $100! The winner will be announced at 4:...
07/23/2025

PEACH PAINTING CONTEST 🎨

The most creative peach painted wins the grand prize of $100! The winner will be announced at 4:00 PM and must be present.

Contest is for ages: 5–12
Peach Festival 2025 | Saturday, July 26 | 12–4PM
Free tickets available at knausshomestead.org

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Emmaus, PA
18049

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