Fonthill, Doylestown

Name: Fonthill
Address: East Court Street & Hwy 313, Doylestown, 18901, United States
Telephone: +1 215-348-9461

#2 among attractions in Doylestown

Museum, Art museum, Historical place, Forts and castles, More...

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Fonthill, also known as Fonthill Castle, was the home of the American archeologist and tile maker Henry Chapman Mercer, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Despite sometimes being referred to as Fonthill Castle, it is a large house and not a castle. ()

Built: 1908 (116 years ago)Coordinates: 40°19'16"N, 75°7'22"W

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East Court Street & Hwy 313Doylestown 18901 United States

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+1 215-348-9461

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Fonthill – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: James A. Michener Art Museum, Mercer Museum, Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, James-Lorah House.

0.9 miS
Museum, Art museum, Historical place
James A. Michener Art Museum, Doylestown
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, the James A. Michener Art Museum stands as a cultural beacon, celebrating the artistic legacy of the region. This charming museum, named after the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Doylestown native James A.
0.9 miS
Museum, Forts and castles, History museum
Mercer Museum, Doylestown
24 min walk • The Mercer Museum is a museum located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, United States. The Bucks County Historical Society operates the Mercer Museum, as well as the Research Library, and Fonthill Castle, former home of the museum's founder, archeologist Henry Chapman Mercer.
~750 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, Doylestown
4 min walk • The Moravian Pottery & Tile Works is a history museum located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. It is maintained by the County of Bucks, Department of Parks and Recreation.
0.7 miSW
Museum, Concert hall
James-Lorah House, Doylestown
18 min walk • James-Lorah House, also known as the Judge Chapman House and VIA House, is a historic home located in Doylestown, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was built about 1844, and is a 2 1/2-story, stuccoed townhouse dwelling with a medium gable roof. It has a 1 1/2-story rear wing with a high gable roof and end chimney.
0.6 miNW
40°19'30"N • 75°7'60"W
Aldie Mansion, Doylestown
16 min walk • Museum, Event space
0.9 miSW
Neighbourhood
The Fountain House, Doylestown
23 min walk • The Fountain House is located in the borough of Doylestown, Pennsylvania, in the central commercial district. The four-story building is steeped in local history and is a major landmark of the Bucks County area.
1.1 miSW
Neighbourhood
Shaw Historic District, Doylestown
28 min walk • Shaw Historic District, also known as Francis B. Shaw Block Historic District, is a national historic district located in Doylestown, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. The district includes seven contributing buildings in a residential and industrial area of Doylestown.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Fonthill open?

Fonthill is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Fonthill?

Nearby attractions include Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, Doylestown (4 min walk), Aldie Mansion, Doylestown (16 min walk), James-Lorah House, Doylestown (18 min walk), James A. Michener Art Museum, Doylestown (23 min walk).

How to get to Fonthill by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fonthill:

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Doylestown (29 min walk)

Fonthill, Doylestown

Facts and practical information

Doylestown plan & book

Fonthill – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

James A. Michener Art Museum, Doylestown

Mercer Museum, Doylestown

Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, Doylestown

James-Lorah House, Doylestown

Aldie Mansion, Doylestown

The Fountain House, Doylestown

Shaw Historic District, Doylestown

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Fonthill open?

Which popular attractions are close to Fonthill?

How to get to Fonthill by public transport?