Bethlehem Historic District Association
Protecting the historical character of our neighborhood and high quality of life.
Our Mission:
The mission of the Bethlehem Historic District Association is to protect the historical character of our neighborhood and high quality-of-life by:
Supporting the preservation and restoration of original architectural features
Offering programs that support safety and community beautification
Hosting events that encourage a greater community bond among neighbors
Promoting cultural and civic engagement for residents that live within the District and beyond
Special Events & Current News:
Historic Bethlehem Antique Treasure Show
Curious about the carnival glass vase you got from your great Aunt? How about the cast iron firetruck you found in your basement? Mysteries no more! Unravel the mystery with our team of expert appraisers at the Antique Treasure Show, presented by Historic Bethlehem...
BHDA Neighborhood Yard Sale
Saturday, September 10th, 2022. (Rain date Sunday, September 11th.) 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Location: East Market, Wall, High, Center, New, Church & Main Streets in Bethlehem. Click here for a map or pick up a map showing the exact location for each of our 45+...
Burnside You Point, We Pick
You Point, We Pick at Burnside Colonial Garden! The Colonial Garden at Burnside Plantation will soon is bursting with organically grown vegetables, herbs, and flowers now available to all visitors! You can point out something you'd like to take home, and our...
Annual Meeting: 03/20/2022 4-6PM, Trinity Episcopal Church
Sunday, March 20, 2022 Trinity Episcopal Church 4-6PM BHDA Annual General Meeting. Open to all members of the BHDA. Neighbors who are interested in socializing and learning more about the BHDA are also welcome. Join or renew your membership! Please join us for...
Holiday Decorating Contest from 2020- Click to see the winners
We had some fun, decorating the Neighborhood on Saturday, December 12, 2020 The contest was open to all residents of Bethlehem’s Historic District. Although all of the decorations were wonderful, the judges have selected the following winners: Best Door...
Musikfest Parking Permit
Big Thank You to Emily Schenkel for agreeing to help again this year with the Musikfest Parking. The City of Bethlehem has allowed BHDA to close High Street from Market to Wall Streets. Only cars with permits may park in that area during the festival. Click here...
Candles in Windows
TRADITIONAL WHITE LIGHTS AND CANDLES IN THE WINDOWS For those that have lived in the Historic District for the holiday season, you are aware that residents decorate their homes with white lights and candles in the windows. For those new to the neighborhood, the...