Tucked into the heart of Northumberland Borough, in Pennsylvania is an extraordinary historical gem dedicated to one of America’s premiere scientists and theologians, Joseph Priestley.
Attend events such as our “First Sundays” each first Sunday of the month at 9:30 a.m. to enjoy music and poetry.
You also have access to this rare treasure – to make your own history with your wedding , to bless your children or to memorialize a loved ones.
Priestley Chapel Associates is a secular, non-profit 501 (c) 3 corporation established in 1977 to care for and manage the Joseph Priestley Memorial Chapel, the beautiful memorial garden and the historic 1811 John Wind organ located in the chapel.
This lovely country chapel was built in 1834 by descendants of Joseph Priestley and members of the Unitarian congregation in Northumberland. Currently, the chapel is open to the public the first Sunday of each month for a program of words and music.
The chapel is also used for wedding ceremonies, memorial services, and community events. For more information call 570-701-7240
Please take and post pictures to our Facebook page when at a wedding or other event!