Historic Kirkland Farm

2510 Old Bethlehem Road, Hellertown, PA
Capacity: 250 people

About Historic Kirkland Farm

Historic Kirkland Farm: A Destination Venue Springtown in Bucks County, near Bethlehem, PA In the spring of 2024, Historic Kirkland Farm will open its doors as a rustic venue setting for weddings, family gatherings, celebrations, reunions, retreats, photo shoots and film-making. As part of a trend of New York City artists and writers who moved to Bucks County and purchased large farms for escape, leisure, entertaining and gentleman farming, Kirkland Farm was purchased in 1938 by the playwright, Jack Kirkland (father to the famous ballerina, Gelsey Kirkland) and soon became a gathering place for stars of the American Theater. Owned since 1999 by Robin and Marty Staff, Kirkland Farm has continued this legacy for 23 years, offering the vast community of New York City dance makers, performers and visual artists the opportunity to come to stay at the Guest House to create and develop work in the properties two barn studios. In 2010, the farm became home for the annual non-profit Art of Preservation Farm to Table fundraiser, celebrating Bucks County’s local artists and the importance of the preservation and sustainability of the areas sprawling landscapes. In 2020, COVID forced the closing of the guest artist program as well as the annual fundraiser. Following the untimely passing of Marty Staff, his wife of 46 years, Robin, with more than 21 years of managing the guest artist program as well as the annual fundraiser from 2010 to 2019, has decided to continue the legacy of the farm, they both loved so much, as a rustic retreat and magical setting to be shared by all. Deep in the countryside, down a long winding drive, Kirkland Farm is located just 76 miles from NYC and 56 miles from Philadelphia. Robin Staff lives on the property in the main farmhouse with her five dogs. Local farmers board their horses and cows on the property. The Guest House operates as a very successful Airbnb, with its antiques and charm, overlooking the woodlands, orchards, cornfields, barns, and horse pastures. This 180acre historic working farm in Bucks County, Pennsylvania offers a unique setting for an enchanted spring, glorious summer or inspirational fall event.

Event Pricing

A Destination Venue
Attendees: 50-250 | $3,500 - $10,000 /event
Pricing for all event types

Event Spaces

Historic Kirkland Farm
Historic Kirkland Farm

Recommendations

The venue of our dreams - An Eventective User from NYC, NY

In a word, the Kirkland farm is magical. Both the setting and the energy of the place were perfect for our 100-person wedding. We felt nestled in the grandiose setting while finding and making corners for more intimate moments with our guests. The property is a sweeping farm in rural PA, full of shady trees, rolling hills, and lush fields. Robin accommodated visits to the farm to help us find the best place to hold our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception and dance party––there were so many gorgeous spots to choose from, it felt a shame we only got to have one wedding. Her intimate knowledge of the property helped us envision more than we’d originally thought possible. Not only scenic, the farm also provides great infrastructure for events, with plenty of places to set up the event, cook tents, music, etc. Certainly the photos of the farm will do more than this recommendation ever could, but know that whatever dream the photos entice in you can be made a reality.

Testimonials from Guests - An Eventective User from Springtown, Hellertown, PA

It was such a pleasure to enjoy the beauty of the Pennsylvania countryside, and Kirkland Farm truly embodies the romance of farm life: the expansive fields, the shade of the trees, the homey architecture, and the peace that being in nature brings. Coming from NYC, being there was a literal breath of fresh air and such a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of city life. The farm is also close to several towns, which made shopping and dining during our free time over the wedding weekend easy and pleasurable. Fantastic experience! Even rain couldn't stop a beautiful day and experience! Driving up to Kirkland Farm is such a reveal: 200 acres of trees, fields and gardens. You're coming to an event and you realize that it's in heaven. The wedding we went to had parties in various barns and studios, so rehearsal dinner was very different from the wedding ceremony, the wedding reception, and the late night post-reception disco, etc. The bride and groom chose to have their ceremony in a circle under trees outside, and I cried looking at that late afternoon sun glowing on the faces of the friends and family around them. The reception was in a tent in a field, with the perfect backdrop of hills, trees and setting sun. There is plenty of room for caterers to set up their service tents, and also housing for the wedding party. This space is magical. The glade where the ceremony was held, the field for the reception and the dance studio for the after party each had their own charm that perfectly suited the wedding. I especially enjoyed the quiet moments where we were able to explore the grounds and discovered an enchanting pond. This space is very lovely, calm, and well-kept, with rustic charm. It easily accommodated all of the guests and it was really fun to be able to utilize many parts of the space for different events (the rehearsal dinner, service, dinner and late-night dancing were all held in different areas of the farm and each was really wonderful). It was a magical venue that held a lot of love and laughter very well - it was extremely private and it never felt as though we were near anyone else but the group at the wedding. It will make for a very memorable and photogenic place to say your vows!

Venue Types
Amenities
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Outside Catering Allowed
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 250
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 3
  • Special Features: This historic and inspirational farm offers you to choose where to hold your event from the sprawling meadows, pastures, and fields to the romantic cutting garden barn and stone-walled arboretum, to our indoor barn spaces.
  • Total Meeting Room Space (Square Feet): 40
  • Year Renovated: 2024