The Ephrata Cloister is CLOSED.
The Ephrata Cloister, a property of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), remains closed to the public. As part of the Commonwealth’s network, the Ephrata Cloister will reopen at the direction of the Governor’s administration.
Some of our collection is available to view online here.
Activities to print can be found here.
Welcome to Historic Ephrata Cloister
Preserving a Legacy of William Penn’s Holy Experiment
Since its start in 1732, the Historic Ephrata Cloister has attracted visitors fascinated by the community’s unique lifestyle that allowed the creation of incredible architecture, original music, significant publications, and remarkable art. Originally, Ephrata was a retreat from worldly distractions where devoted members followed a disciplined life designed to prepare them for a heavenly existence. Today, you can explore the surviving historic site and discover the history and culture of an intriguing story in the nation’s past.
A Householder Homecoming
Saturday, August 1, 2020
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