Position Title: Secretary
Organization: Knauss Homestead Preservation Society
Location: Emmaus, PA (Remote)
Position Type: Board Seat / Volunteer
Reports To: Board President
The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, protecting, and sharing the rich history of the Knauss Homestead and its significance to our local heritage. Through community engagement, education, and preservation efforts, we ensure that this treasured site remains a vibrant and inspiring part of our cultural landscape.
We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented individual to serve as Secretary on our Board of Directors. The Secretary plays a key role in supporting board operations, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to the Society’s broader goals—particularly in the areas of communication and fundraising. This is a volunteer leadership position ideal for someone who values historic preservation and is eager to make a meaningful impact in their community.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date minutes of board meetings and distribute them to board members in a timely manner.
Documentation Management: Organize and manage official documents, bylaws, meeting agendas, and correspondence.
Board Coordination: Assist in the planning and scheduling of board meetings, including distribution of agendas and necessary materials.
Fundraising & Outreach Collaboration: Work closely with the Board Vice President to enhance fundraising efforts and to grow and maintain the Society’s communications and outreach through both traditional and digital methods.
Digital Presence Management: Assist with efforts related to the Society’s website, social media, and email communications to ensure consistent and engaging outreach.
Compliance: Ensure that the organization’s records are maintained in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
A strong commitment to the mission of historic preservation and the goals of the Society.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency with digital tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms.
Experience with nonprofit fundraising strategies and donor communications is highly desirable.
Previous board experience or knowledge of nonprofit governance is a plus.
Approximately 5–10 hours per month, including attendance at monthly board meetings and events.
If you are interested in helping protect and preserve our history for future generations, and create an engaging center for history and community in Emmaus, please contact us at [email protected] with the subject line: Board Secretary
Join us for another beautiful day of full of fun, food, and friends – all supporting the ongoing restoration and preservation of The Knauss Homestead. With more than 45 vendors and lots of food options, it’s a great way to spend a Saturday!
The Knauss Homestead
152 East Main Street
Emmaus, PA 18049
Attendance is FREE, but you must REGISTER to receive. your ticket for entrance into the event.
This is to help us properly prepare. We do not give or sell your information to anyone. Ever.
| 10:00 AM | Knauss Lane Entrance | Vendor Set Up Time |
| NOON | All Vendor Spaces + Barn | Vendors Open |
| NOON | All Vendor Spaces | Food + Beverage Open |
| 1:00 PM | Barn Lower Level | Silent Auction Opens |
| 1:00 PM | Heinrich Knauss House | House and Barn Tours Begin |
| 1:00 PM | Barn Terrace | Carriage Rides Begin |
| 2:00 PM | Barn Lower Level | TBD |
| 3:00 PM | Knauss Homestead Booth | 50/50 Raffle Drawing |
| 3:30 PM | Barn Terrace | A Toast to the Homestead |
| 3:30 PM | Heinrich Knauss House | Final House and Barn Tour |
| 4:00 PM | All Vendor Spaces | Event Closes |
Come and enjoy a beautiful day with us!
Tickets are free, but we do require registration in order to properly plan for food, activities, and parking.
Offer Your Art, Crafts, Culinary Creations, and More Set Against Our Beautiful Historic Homestead.
Set up shop on a flat, shaded, 10×10 spot for only $75!
All proceeds benefit the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society, a 501(c) Non-Profit.
Please note that The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a tax-exempt, 501-c(3) non-profit organization, and as such we are not accepting politically-based organizations to exhibit at our events.Â
Join us as we enjoy an incredible presentation by Brett Peters, Curator of Collections & Exhibitions at Historic Bethlehem Museums and Sites. He’ll discuss the close connections between Emmaus and it’s Moravian history, and the close ties with Historic Bethlehem, a newly designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We’ll follow with a delicious dinner catered by Willow Street Catering all while being serenaded by the Williams Duo on the harp and guitar!
We’ll gather in the Fellowship Room at the Emmaus Moravian Church, with doors opening at 5:15 pm. Our meal and program will begin promptly at 6, so please leave ample time to come in and get comfortable!
Our Menu For The Evening:
Proceeds from this event benefit the preservations and restoration of the Knauss Homestead and the 1803 House equally.
Saturday July 27, 2023
 Emmaus Moravian Church
146 Main Street
Emmaus, PA 18049
Doors Open at 5:15 PM
Program Begins Promptly at 6:00 PM
Tickets Are $20
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
12:00 NOON – 4:00 PM
Join us as we support the Knauss Homestead and celebrate with some of our community’s best artists and crafters while enjoying craft beer, wine, and lots of area food trucks, bakeries, and artisan kitchens!
152 EAST MAIN STREET
EMMAUS, PA 18049
FREE TO ATTEND
| 09:30 AM | Vendor Setup |
| NOON | Vendors Open |
| 12:30 PM | Welcome to the Homestead (Guided House Tour) |
| 1:00 PM | Arts & Crafts in the Barn for Kids (Barn Lower) |
| 1:00 PM | Horse & Carriage Rides Begin at the Barn |
| 3:00 PM | Sassy’s Story Time For Kids (Barn Upper) |
| 3:30 PM | History Talk: Life at the Homestead in 1777 (Guided House Tour) |
| 4:00 PM | Vendor Breakdown + Event Close |
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Please note that The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a tax-exempt, 501-c(3) non-profit organization, and as such we are unable to accept political organizations to exhibit at our events, regardless of party.
Join us for another beautiful day of full of fun, food, and friends – all supporting the ongoing restoration and preservation of The Knauss Homestead. With more than 45 vendors and lots of food options, it’s a great way to spend a Saturday!
The Knauss Homestead
152 East Main Street
Emmaus, PA 18049
Attendance is FREE, but you must REGISTER to receive. your ticket for entrance into the event.
This is to help us properly prepare. We do not give or sell your information to anyone. Ever.
| 10:00 AM | Knauss Lane Entrance | Vendor Set Up Time |
| NOON | All Vendor Spaces + Barn | Vendors Open |
| NOON | All Vendor Spaces | Food + Beverage Open |
| 1:00 PM | Barn Lower Level | Silent Auction Opens |
| 1:00 PM | Heinrich Knauss House | House and Barn Tours Begin |
| 1:00 PM | Barn Terrace | Carriage Rides Begin |
| 2:00 PM | Barn Lower Level | Children’s Story Time with Author Ashley Reigle |
| 3:00 PM | Knauss Homestead Booth | 50/50 Raffle Drawing |
| 3:30 PM | Barn Terrace | A Toast to the Homestead |
| 3:30 PM | Heinrich Knauss House | Final House and Barn Tour |
| 4:00 PM | All Vendor Spaces | Event Closes |
Come and enjoy a beautiful day with us!
Tickets are free, but we do require registration in order to properly plan for food, activities, and parking.
Offer Your Art, Crafts, Culinary Creations, and More Set Against Our Beautiful Historic Homestead.
Set up shop for a beautiful day for only $75, or purchase a 2024 Vendor Pass and take part in all of our 2024 festivals!
All proceeds benefit the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society, a 501(c) Non-Profit.
Please note that The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a tax-exempt, 501-c(3) non-profit organization, and as such we are not accepting politically-based organizations to exhibit at our events.Â
The Annual Harvest Festival at the Knauss Homestead is one of four annual events we hold to raise money for the ongoing restoration, preservation, and protection of our 1777 revolutionary war era farm that is the ancestral home of Sebastian Knauss, one of the founders of Emmaus and an instrumental leader in establishing the Moravian Church in this area. The homestead is maintained now by descendants and dedicated members of the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society.
We bring in around 50 local artisans, crafters, and makers of all kinds to help create a fun day of shopping, eating great food, and sampling some delicious drinks from our winery partner Franklin Hill Vineyards. We also provide fun activities for kids of all ages, horse-drawn carriage rides with the beautiful Clydesdale horses of Steiner Artisan Farm (Lucy and Angus) and give extensive tours of the house and barn throughout the day. It’s a great way to spend a Saturday while helping protect a local landmark!
152 East Main Street (Rear)
Emmaus, PA 18049
Parking is FREE in the Cintas Lot (See Map)
Attendance is Free, Registration is Required. You. must be 21 to consume or purchase alcohol.
Horse and carriage rides can be purchased for $5 during the checkout process. All funds go to the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Our Address:
152 East Main Street
Emmaus, PA 18049
Where to Park:
Attendee parking is in the Cintas Lot. This is the large commercial laundry building visible from Main Street. You’ll see someone directing you to park in that lot. You’ll then see the homestead immediately behind the lot. Do not enter from Knauss Lane, it will be closed.
| 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM | Vendor Setup |
| NOON | Vendors Open |
| NOON | Food + Beverage Open |
| 1:00 PM | Horse Drawn Carriage Rides Begin |
| 1:00 PM | Pumpkin Painting Contest Begins |
| 3:30 PM | Pumpkin Painting Winners Announced |
| 3:30 PM | Basket Raffle Drawings |
| 4:00 PM | Vendors, Food & Beverages Close |
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Please note that The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a tax-exempt, 501-c(3) non-profit organization, and as such we are not accepting politically-based organizations to exhibit at our events.Â
Whether you’d prefer to experience the Knauss Homestead on a sunny afternoon, or join us for a more intimate evening affair, we’ve got the perfect way to experience an old fashioned Christmas with your friends and family at the Knauss Homestead! Or better yet – join us for both events and support several great causes.
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A Daytime Event in Conjunction With Emmaus Main Street Partners Old Fashioned Christmas and Candy Cane Lane Trail
Join us for a fun afternoon while you tour the historic 1777 Heinrich Knauss House, enjoy light refreshments, and create a beautiful keepsake ornament with us!
Everyone is welcome to write a letter to Santa, and mail it from the Knauss House! Admission is free and no registration is required.
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
An Evening Event Supporting the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society Fund and Toys for Tots
Come and behold the gorgeous Heinrich Knauss House after dark, and enjoy delicious hors d’ouvres, old fashioned mulled cider, candlelight tours, and live music.
Bring an unwrapped, unopened toy for our toy drive and you’ll be treated to candelight Christmas stories your kids can enjoy in their jammies while you browse the house and enjoy your refreshments.
This is a limited capacity event, and does require pre-registration. There is no fee to attend, we just need to know who will be enjoying the evening with us!
Saturday December 2nd
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Daytime Open House Tours
Ornament Making
Refreshments
152 East Main St. Emmaus
Saturday December 9th
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Evening Christmas Celebration
Charity Toy Drive
Letters to Santa
Christmas Stories
152 East Main St. Emmaus
Pre-Registration Required
For more information on the Emmaus Old Fashioned Christmas event schedule, please see the Lehigh Valley Chamber Event Page or check them out on Facebook for the latest info.
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
12:00 NOON – 4:00 PM
Join us as we support the Knauss Homestead and celebrate with some of our community’s best artists and crafters while enjoying craft beer, wine, and lots of area food trucks, bakeries, and artisan kitchens!
July 27, 2024
6:00 PM
Join us this July 27th for an evening of great food and a celebration of the founders Emmaus – Sebastian Knauss and Jacob Ehrenhardt!
June 8, 2024
12:00 NOON – 4:00 PM
Join us as we kick off summer with some of our community’s best artists and crafters while enjoying craft beer, wine, and lots of area food trucks, bakeries, and artisan kitchens!
Veteran’s First Home Loans and Century21 Pinnacle have partnered with the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society to bring the community together in support of our vets. We’re gathering pantry items and encouraging financial support for our partner charities to help end hunger for our incredible veterans and their families.
We’re bringing in local artisans, crafters, and makers of all kinds to help create a fun day of shopping, eating great food, and sampling some delicious drinks while supporting a worthy cause.
152 East Main Street (Rear)
Emmaus, PA 18049
Parking is FREE in the Cintas Lot (See Map)
Attendance is Free. You must be 21 to consume or purchase alcohol.
Our Address:
152 East Main Street
Emmaus, PA 18049
Where to Park:
Attendee parking is in the Cintas Lot. This is the large commercial laundry building visible from Main Street. You’ll see someone directing you to park in that lot. You’ll then see the homestead immediately behind the lot. Do not enter from Knauss Lane.
Please note that The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a tax-exempt, 501-c(3) non-profit organization, and as such we are not accepting politically-based organizations to exhibit at our events.Â
The Annual Harvest Festival at the Knauss Homestead is one of four annual events we hold to raise money for the ongoing restoration, preservation, and protection of our 1777 revolutionary war era farm that is the ancestral home of Sebastian Knauss, one of the founders of Emmaus and an instrumental leader in establishing the Moravian Church in this area. The homestead is maintained now by descendants and dedicated members of the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society.
We bring in around 50 local artisans, crafters, and makers of all kinds to help create a fun day of shopping, eating great food, and sampling some delicious drinks from our winery partner Franklin Hill Vineyards. We also provide fun activities for kids of all ages, horse-drawn carriage rides with the beautiful Clydesdale horses of Steiner Artisan Farm (Lucy and Angus) and give extensive tours of the house and barn throughout the day. It’s a great way to spend a Saturday while helping protect a local landmark!
152 East Main Street (Rear)
Emmaus, PA 18049
Parking is FREE in the Cintas Lot (See Map)
Attendance is Free, Registration is Required. You. must be 21 to consume or purchase alcohol.
Horse and carriage rides can be purchased for $5 during the checkout process. All funds go to the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Our Address:
152 East Main Street
Emmaus, PA 18049
Where to Park:
Attendee parking is in the Cintas Lot. This is the large commercial laundry building visible from Main Street. You’ll see someone directing you to park in that lot. You’ll then see the homestead immediately behind the lot. Do not enter from Knauss Lane, it will be open only for Shuttle loading.
Taking the Shuttle:
If you are attending the Farewell to Summer event and the Heritage Festival being held at the Emmaus Triangle and the Emmaus Historical Society, there will be a shuttle to bring you to all 3 events. Just look for the Shuttle Stop at each event. Ours is at the end of Knauss Lane at the Barn.
| 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM | Vendor Setup |
| NOON | Vendors Open |
| NOON | Food + Beverage Open |
| 1:00 PM | Horse Drawn Carriage Rides Begin |
| 1:00 PM | Pumpkin Painting Contest Begins |
| 4:30 PM | Pumpkin Painting Winners Announced |
| 4:30 PM | Basket Raffle Drawings |
| 5:00 PM | Vendors, Food & Beverages Close |
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Hour(s)
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Please note that The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a tax-exempt, 501-c(3) non-profit organization, and as such we are not accepting politically-based organizations to exhibit at our events.Â
It was a gorgeous day at the historic Knauss Homestead on Saturday, August 5th, where the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society in partnership with the Borough of Emmaus held their annual Peach Festival. More than 600 people turned up throughout the day to enjoy the many vendors, a variety of food, historic home tours, and live music from The Little Brass Band and DJ Dutch.
Horse drawn carriage rides were in demand as attendees were whisked away through the Emmaus Community Gardens and ballfields by Steiner Artisan Farms to experience the peace and beauty of rural life in the Lehigh Valley.
On one of the rides, local children’s author Ashley Reigle read her new book Draw Away the Drizzle to children and adults alike who were lucky enough to score a seat. Her book is available for purchase here.
Nearby at the barn, the Emmaus Arts Commission lead lots of fun, artistic activities for everyone courtesy of Lindsey Kleinberg who helped participants make beautiful peach art and enjoy time creating.
Robert Maletsky, Knauss descendant and local hex sign painter/artisan captivated all who passed his space as he created amazing works of intricate design while offering his work for sale. Several of his pieces will hang on the Knauss Homestead barn in the coming months. You can view more of his work here.
As the afternoon progressed, attendees were treated to a captivating seminar with the Knauss Homestead’s own resident historian John Schmoyer, who told tales of the early days of the Homestead and its first patriarch Sebastian Knauss. His talk was recorded and will be made available on the Knauss Homestead Preservation Society website in the coming days thanks to Tyler Wursta Video.
The next event at the Knauss Homestead will be the Second Annual Harvest Festival on Saturday September 16th, being held in conjunction with the Heritage Festival. Attendees will be able to enjoy 2 festivals at both the Knauss Homestead and in the Emmaus Triangle!
Photography By Jennifer Huxta
Please note that The Knauss Homestead Preservation Society is a tax-exempt, 501-c(3) non-profit organization, and as such we are not accepting politically-based organizations to exhibit at our events.Â