Historical Society Presents 'History for the Birds' Contest

The Northampton Township Historical Society will celebrate U.S. history and architecture with a birdhouse competition for all ages.

Celebrate U.S. history and architecture by creating a birdhouse modeled after a historical structure in the Northampton Township Historical Society's first "History is for the Birds" contest. The competition will be "a hands on, multidisciplinary project that [participants] can build themselves," Julie Mueller said. Mueller is the Historical Society's youth coordinator, public relations liaison and newsletter editor. Participants can recreate a barn or a log cabin, the White House or Capitol building. The birdhouse can be based on a historical structure that is still standing, or one that no longer exists. If participants choose to use something that no longer exists, they must have proof that it once stood, because all entries must have a…

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In the Old Days

Northampton Township, Then and Now

Addisville Reformed Church is the oldest church in Northampton.

A picturesque building by any definition, the Addisville Reformed Church in Richboro conjures up images of exactly what an old Bucks County country church should look like: beautiful, charming, welcoming. With its striking fieldstone exterior, stately white columns and tall steeple top, it commands attention from both passersby and drivers. In you’re anywhere within ear-shot, you’ll be charmed by the captivating Westminster chimes of the church bells, signaling the hour and playing soothing hymns at noon and 6 p.m. The interior of the building is just as captivating. It’s spacious yet not overwhelming, decorated simply yet with dignity. It’s peaceful inside and a sense of comfort spreads through the pews and glistening stained-glass …

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