Nicholas Stoltzfus HomesteadWelcome!
The Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead is a stone-built English colonial-style house built in the early-1700s in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. After passing through the ownership of several families, the property, including the stone house and a barn, was purchased in 1771 by Nicholas Stoltzfus and his son Christian Stoltzfus. Nicholas and his wife Anna Elisabeth and their 4 children emigrated from Zweibrucken, Germany before purchasing the house. For many years the tract of land was a working farm. The Stoltzfus family were part of the Old Order Amish Anabaptist group. The Nicholas Stoltzfus family are the progenitors for all the Stoltzfus surnames in America.
Today the historical house is restored to accommodate tours, special educational programs, showcase Berks County Amish history and to experience colonial life style from the 1700's. The barn is a Sweitzer replica built in 2011. The 1500 square foot barn and 1 acre grounds are available for special events, such as weddings, family reunions, corporate picnics, etc. Amenities includes a public restroom, small kitchen and heat & A/C. Located adjacent to the Berks County Parks and Trails. Along the Tulpehocken Creek. Close to shopping, restaurants, and downtown Reading.
Our mission is to tell the Stoltzfus story.
A place where memories are made.
A place to bring families together.
A place to relax and relive history.
Upcoming Events
- Berks County Amish Historical Tour November 2, 2024
Where: Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead
Time: 8:00 AM Sharp - Bus stop & pickup at Candle Barn parking lot - Intercourse
8:20 AM Sharp - Bus stop & pickup at Sheetz parking lot by Shirk Road & Rt 23 New Holland.
Time: 9:00 AM (tour of the Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead, breakfast, and short lecture)
9:45 AM bus departs Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead to tour Berks County Amish homesteads (tour is approximately 5 hours in length)
12:00 PM break for lunch
Cost: $65.00 per person, includes a bag lunch and tour schedule. - Annual Benefit Auction May 3, 2025
Bring something, buy something, meet family and friends.
There will be Amish made quilts, fresh foods and other auction deals.
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The new coffee table book is available from Masthoff Press & Bookstore.
Germany Lutherans to Pennsylvania Amish: The Stoltzfus Family Story
The books was a result of research by author Nic Stoltzfus, photographer Elam Stoltzfus, and co-researchers Rose Beiler and Zach Stoltzfus.
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A special thanks to the Pequea Amish Bruderschaft, the Nicholas Stoltzfus House Preservation Committee, Country Meadows Retirement Communities, the Tri-County Heritage Society, the Amish Communities, the Stoltzfus families, and all those who continue to support the Nicholas Stoltzfus House.