# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ephrata Cloister 1776: An America250 Celebration
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us on Saturday, June 27 from 10am to 4pm for an America250 celebration! ?

From December 1777 to June 1778 the Ephrata Cloister was the site of a Revolutionary War Hospital. Ephrata's hospital accommodated 260 soldiers of which 60 of these soldiers died and are buried on the grounds of our site. During this special 250th event, visitors can learn more about the military hospital and its impact on the pacifist members of the Ephrata Cloister.

Throughout the day there will be performances, family-friendly activities, lectures, demonstrations, music in the Amphitheater, and more! Food and drink will be available for purchase from the Happy Dog Kettle & Grill. Other food options include Ephrata Church of the Brethren famous Milkshakes, Lancaster Soft Pretzels, and East Cocalico Lions French Fries!

Event highlights:
- See Ephrata's military hospital brought to life in the 1741 Meetinghouse!
- Learn about the sisters and their herbal medicines in the 1743 Sisters' House.
- Hear music in the Amphitheater with a special performance by our Ephrata Cloister Chorus to close out the event. Other music groups include the Hopeless Semantics and the Martin Duo!
- Visit the witness tree on property, as well as the monument honoring the soldiers in the Mount Zion Cemetery.

Tickets can be purchased at the door and are $5/person for non-members. Ephrata Cloister Associates members receive free admission. Children under age 3 are free. Wristbands are required for select performances. After paying admission, visitors can pick up a wristband for a specific performance time. These wrist bands are first-come first-served.

This event is rain-or-shine, and parking is first-come first-served with additional parking available at the Ephrata Senior High School and the Ephrata Business Center. We hope to see you there!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ephrata/ephrata-cloister-1776-an-america250-celebration/200030067534437
- **Event Categories**: nonprofit, music, entertainment, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 217

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Ephrata
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 632 W Main St, Ephrata, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17522
- **lat**: 40.1839
- **long**: -76.18754
- **full address**: 632 W Main St, Ephrata, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17522

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Ephrata Cloister 1776: An America250 Celebration being held?
  - **A:** Ephrata Cloister 1776: An America250 Celebration takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 632 W Main St, Ephrata, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17522.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Ephrata Cloister 1776: An America250 Celebration?
  - **A:** Ephrata Cloister 1776: An America250 Celebration is organized by Historic Ephrata Cloister.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Ephrata Cloister 1776: An America250 Celebration is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ephrata, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 210+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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