The French Azilum, Inc.

08/30/2025

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08/09/2025

We were so excited last weekend to welcome back a volunteer from a couple decades ago, Tim Reinhart. Tim did extensive work mowing, brush clearing, and similar manual labor back when he was in his late teens, and told us now that he had loved helping out at Azilum. Tim also made the shadow boxes in the Museum Cabin, which hold a number of artifacts from archaeological digs at Azilum.
Pictured are some vintage photos of Tim and various other workers at the site, and a photo ot Tim today with one of his lovely shadowboxes.
We were so pleased to be able to welcome Tim back, hear about his time at the site we all love, and show him the improvements were are constantly making.
Thanks for visiting, Tim, and thanks for all your work and care.

08/04/2025

A few more shots from this weeken’s Civil War Reenactments—more desserts, and. The fabulous night time canon firing!

08/03/2025

We had a great day today with the wonderful Civil War re enactors! Contests, informal talks, and the glorious Azilum countryside! Tomorrow we do it all again so if you missed it, or just can’t get enough, be sure to stop by!10-4.

07/28/2025

We have a brand new event to close out out season…SIP & SPIN! The idea belongs to our Mistress of all things Textile, Joan Hudyncia, who thought an informal, fun class on the basics of spinning might be of interest to lots of folks.
At our Sip & Spin you will receive some wool and your very own drop spindle to take home. A little background on spinning and weaving will lead into a hands on demo and then you get to try your hand, literally!
Bring a beverage and a snack to enjoy if you wish. Limited class space available, so call soon to reserve your spot!

07/25/2025

Joe Snedeker stopped by on Wednesday as part of his bike ride Go Joe to benefit St Joseph’s. Several board memmbers, some in period dress, were on hand.

07/11/2025

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07/09/2025

Come join us for our annual tribute to the Civil War and our brave soldiers!

07/05/2025

HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who came out for Family Fun Day today. It was one of the most successful yet and we were thrilled to welcome about 80 visitors, both kids and adults!
Thanks to Bill for staffing the gatehouse and making sure everyone was happy, and to Todd for helping to do tours and for bringing the Sheriff’s Office and the Fire Department to inform and entertain.
As always, Barbara the Balloon Artist and Damian the Magician enthralled and delighted everyone and we thank them for their talent!
Next year Family Fun Day will be on July 11 so mark your calendars now and plan to join us!

06/27/2025

There's Plenty of Summer Left at French Azilum!

The summer season is only half over at Azilum, Bradford County's premiere historic site, with some of our best events yet to come!
If you have friends or family visiting for the July 4 th weekend, and want to give them (and yourself) a great day out, come to Azilum on Saturday July 5 for our Family Fun Day. Our amazing magician Damien will truly leave you breathless, and kids will be thrilled with the balloon artistry of our 'Båalloon Lady.' Representatives from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will be on hand to guide interested folks on nature walks and river clay gathering--see what you can make! New this year will be some law enforcement personnel to visit with the kids, as well as our Historic Scavenger Hunt, and much more. Bring a picnic to enjoy in our pavilion! Special pricing, too, for adults accompanied by a child under 12. Check our website www.thefrenchazilum.com for more details!
Next up is Descendants' Day on July 13, a day we celebrate those families who lived at Azilum and whose relatives still live in the area. Scrapbooks of photos from decades gone by that have been newly organized will be on display in the LaPorte House, so come for a visit, and maybe find an old photo of your grandparents!
August kicks off with our annual Civil War Weekend on the 2nd and 3rd. Watch skirmishes, cooking competitions, mock trials, canon firing and more, both days! Even though no battles in the Civil War were fought in this area, our gallant troops and stalwart Camp Followers bring the past to life with their rendition of life back on the battlefields. You can even visit with them and tour their camp.
Our season comes to a close this year with a new event, Sip and Spin. Learn the basics of spinning fiber as you sip your favorite beverage, either alcoholic or non-alcoholic, and leave with some wool and your very own drop spindle! Led by skilled artisan Joan Hudyncia, details in August!

WELCOME TO FRENCH AZILUM Located on a horseshoe bend along the Susquehanna River in northeastern Pennsylvania's Endless Mountains region

06/12/2025

The weekend of June 20-21-22 French Azilum will not host its usual activities. Instead, the site will be home to the Susquehanna Solstice Festival, with art, music, and more.
For info on the Festival and admission pricing as well as activities, please check out the Festival’s page, or their website at Susquehannasolstice.com

French Azilum will return to its regular hours, tours, and admission pricing the weekend of June 27.

June 17-23, 2024 - Celebrate summer on the winding Susquehanna River in Bradford County, PA, with roots music concerts, painting, speakers, vendors, & activities

11/08/2024

It’s out! The 2025 Schedule! Get your calendars out, call your pals, and make plans now!