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        Adults - $15
        Seniors - $12
        Students - $7
        Members - Free

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        Access to the greenhouse and gardens

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          The beautiful and iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse contains a rich, intact collection from the extraordinary (the typewriter on which she wrote The Good Earth) to the ordinary (a closet full of board games her family played).

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          Members of Pearl S. Buck International are part of a group of committed, involved people who support Pearl S. Buck’s legacy of bridging cultures and changing lives. They also enjoy exclusive benefits such as:

          • Unlimited guided tours of the Pearl S. Buck House
          • Admission to the Members Holiday Reception and Candlelight Tour
          • 10% discount at the gift shop
          • Guest passes for friends and family
          • Much more!
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          The historic Pearl S. Buck House National Historic Landmark

          The Pearl S. Buck House, an iconic stone farmhouse and National Historic Landmark, along with the Cultural Center, Welcome Center, and Estate Pavilion sit on a stunning 67-acre estate with prize-winning gardens and manicured grounds. Multiple indoor and outdoor rental spaces are available to make your event, party, class or workshop a memorable one.

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          The Global Leadership Program, for students from grades 9 through 11, is designed to help young adults become better students, college applicants, and global citizens.

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          In keeping with the literary legacy of Pearl S. Buck, the Pearl S. Buck Writing Center, organized and run by the Pearl S. Buck Volunteer Association, offers writing classes and book discussion groups.

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          Pearl S. Buck International provides opportunities to explore and appreciate other cultures, builds better lives for children around the globe and promotes the legacy of our founder by preserving and interpreting her National Historic Landmark home.

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          We provide humanitarian aid in China, Kenya, South Korea, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States.

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          Pearl S. Buck was a writer, activist, and humanitarian. She was awarded the Pulitzer Prize and the Nobel Prize. Ms. Buck used the spotlight on her to shine a light on the plight of marginalized people everywhere and to advocate for the civil rights movement in the U.S.

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          520 Dublin Road
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          Originally founded by Pearl S. Buck, the Welcome House adoption program matched more than 7,000 orphans and children from around the globe with adoptive families in the United States from 1949 - 2014.

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          PSBI Hosts Successful International Symposium 

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          Taste Of The World

          Join us for one of our signature events held throughout the year. Events include: Women of Influence Awards Dinner, Taste of the World, Living the Legacy Breakfast, and more.

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          Join us for our beloved holiday events - The Festival of Trees and the Holiday Craft Show.

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          The historic Pearl S. Buck House National Historic Landmark

          The Pearl S. Buck House, an iconic stone farmhouse and National Historic Landmark, along with the Cultural Center, Welcome Center, and Estate Pavilion sit on a stunning 67-acre estate with prize-winning gardens and manicured grounds. Multiple indoor and outdoor rental spaces are available to make your event, party, class or workshop a memorable one.

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          Volunteers at Pearl S. Buck International play an important part in sharing the history of Pearl S. Buck and her National Historic Landmark house, organizing community events, and fundraising for the organization.

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          Join Pearl S. Buck International by becoming a member!

          Members of Pearl S. Buck International are part of a group of committed, involved people who support Pearl S. Buck’s legacy of bridging cultures and changing lives. They also enjoy exclusive benefits such as:

          • Unlimited guided tours of the Pearl S. Buck House
          • Admission to the Members Holiday Reception and Candlelight Tour
          • 10% discount at the gift shop
          • Guest passes for friends and family
          • Much more!
          Learn More
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        Caring and compassionate people can make a positive difference in the world through their generous, tax-deductible donations, which support the work of Pearl S. Buck International in bridging cultures and changing lives.

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  • Visit the Pearl S. Buck House
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      • Plan Your Visit
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        Tour Prices

        Adults - $15
        Seniors - $12
        Students - $7
        Members - Free

        Click below for tour times.

        Tickets Include

        Docent-led tour of the historic home
        Access to the Exhibit Gallery and Welcome Center
        Access to the greenhouse and gardens

        Plan Your Visit
      • Learn About the Pearl S. Buck House
        • Right Content
          Library

          The beautiful and iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse contains a rich, intact collection from the extraordinary (the typewriter on which she wrote The Good Earth) to the ordinary (a closet full of board games her family played).

          Learn More
      • Become a Member or Renew
        • Right Column

          Join Pearl S. Buck International by becoming a member!

          Members of Pearl S. Buck International are part of a group of committed, involved people who support Pearl S. Buck’s legacy of bridging cultures and changing lives. They also enjoy exclusive benefits such as:

          • Unlimited guided tours of the Pearl S. Buck House
          • Admission to the Members Holiday Reception and Candlelight Tour
          • 10% discount at the gift shop
          • Guest passes for friends and family
          • Much more!
          Learn More
      • Host an Event or Wedding
        • Right content
          The historic Pearl S. Buck House National Historic Landmark

          The Pearl S. Buck House, an iconic stone farmhouse and National Historic Landmark, along with the Cultural Center, Welcome Center, and Estate Pavilion sit on a stunning 67-acre estate with prize-winning gardens and manicured grounds. Multiple indoor and outdoor rental spaces are available to make your event, party, class or workshop a memorable one.

          Learn More
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      • Sponsor a Child
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      • Fund a Project
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          • Disaster Preparedness
          • Home Learning Boxes
          • Sex Education for Young Teens–Philippines
          • Washing Machines for Children’s Home
          • Protecting Orphans from School Violence
          105705866 10158386989512692 1442762275442666404 N
      • Gift Catalog
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          Providing Pigs To Families Of Sponsored Children 3

          Pig Farming for Extra Family Income

          Basket With Cleaning Items On Blurry Spring 480x238

          Help At-Risk Families Get a Fresh Start in a Safe Home $250

          View All Gift Options
      • Be a Champion for Children
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          92696339 10158127369002692 7384188442806059008 N

          Gifts from caring people through Champions for Children make a life-changing difference. Donations from Champions are used to support and sustain our humanitarian programs in the countries we serve.

          Make a Gift
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  • Education & Training
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      • Global Leadership Program
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          The Global Leadership Program, for students from grades 9 through 11, is designed to help young adults become better students, college applicants, and global citizens.

          Learn More
      • Writing Workshops
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          Writing

          In keeping with the literary legacy of Pearl S. Buck, the Pearl S. Buck Writing Center, organized and run by the Pearl S. Buck Volunteer Association, offers writing classes and book discussion groups.

          Learn More
      • School Field Trips to the Pearl S. Buck House
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  • About
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      • What We Do
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          117904529 10158536931817692 8642276822233298581 N

          Pearl S. Buck International provides opportunities to explore and appreciate other cultures, builds better lives for children around the globe and promotes the legacy of our founder by preserving and interpreting her National Historic Landmark home.

          Learn More
      • Where We Work
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          Where We Work

          We provide humanitarian aid in China, Kenya, South Korea, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States.

          Learn About Our Work
      • About Our Founder
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          163850078 10159034326972692 4812184675529380894 N

          Pearl S. Buck was a writer, activist, and humanitarian. She was awarded the Pulitzer Prize and the Nobel Prize. Ms. Buck used the spotlight on her to shine a light on the plight of marginalized people everywhere and to advocate for the civil rights movement in the U.S.

          Learn More
      • Board and Staff
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          Meet our incredible board and staff members who make our work possible.

          Meet the Staff and Board
      • Contact
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          Phone: (215) 249-0100

          Email: info@pearlsbuck.org

          520 Dublin Road
          Perkasie, PA 18944

          Get Directions

      • Request a Speaker
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          Julie Henning, who grew up in Pearl Buck's home

          Engage your audiences with a speaker from Pearl S. Buck International. Individuals with expertise on the life and legacy of Pearl S. Buck are available to enlighten your group and meet your needs for interesting, original programming with a wide variety of topics.

          Learn More
      • Success Stories
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          Screenshot 2024 11 04 103530

          Student Comes Into Her Own as Artist at Chongshi Girls’ School

          November 4, 2024
          Children Happily Engage In Computer Classes (1)

          Computer Support Helps Children in Vietnamese Orphanages with Education

          October 9, 2024
          View All
      • Welcome House Search Information
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          970878 10151642021622692 1078823339 N

          Originally founded by Pearl S. Buck, the Welcome House adoption program matched more than 7,000 orphans and children from around the globe with adoptive families in the United States from 1949 - 2014.

          Learn More
      • News
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          PSBI Hosts Successful International Symposium 

          October 21, 2024
          IMG 2838

          Holiday Events Returning to the Pearl S. Buck Estate

          September 11, 2024
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          IMG 2889

          Festival of Trees Candlelight Tours

          December 5
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          Festival of Trees Candlelight Tours

          December 13
          View Full Calendar
      • Signature Events
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          Taste Of The World

          Join us for one of our signature events held throughout the year. Events include: Women of Influence Awards Dinner, Taste of the World, Living the Legacy Breakfast, and more.

          Learn More
      • Holiday Events
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          Pearl S. Buck House ecorated for the holidays with lights and trees

          Join us for our beloved holiday events - The Festival of Trees and the Holiday Craft Show.

          Learn More
      • Host an Event or Wedding
        • Right content
          The historic Pearl S. Buck House National Historic Landmark

          The Pearl S. Buck House, an iconic stone farmhouse and National Historic Landmark, along with the Cultural Center, Welcome Center, and Estate Pavilion sit on a stunning 67-acre estate with prize-winning gardens and manicured grounds. Multiple indoor and outdoor rental spaces are available to make your event, party, class or workshop a memorable one.

          Learn More
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      • Donate
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          • Make a General Donation
          • Donate in Honor or Memory of a Loved One
          • Fund a Specific Project
          • Sponsor a Child
          • Planned Giving
          • Preservation Walkway
          • Donor Bill of Rights
          99280034 10158289987187692 5201326324555186176 N
      • Volunteer
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          Volunteers

          Volunteers at Pearl S. Buck International play an important part in sharing the history of Pearl S. Buck and her National Historic Landmark house, organizing community events, and fundraising for the organization.

          Learn More
      • Become a Member or Renew
        • Right content

          Join Pearl S. Buck International by becoming a member!

          Members of Pearl S. Buck International are part of a group of committed, involved people who support Pearl S. Buck’s legacy of bridging cultures and changing lives. They also enjoy exclusive benefits such as:

          • Unlimited guided tours of the Pearl S. Buck House
          • Admission to the Members Holiday Reception and Candlelight Tour
          • 10% discount at the gift shop
          • Guest passes for friends and family
          • Much more!
          Learn More
    • Right Column
      • Right content
        163054259 10159029863357692 5061745421471458558 N

        Caring and compassionate people can make a positive difference in the world through their generous, tax-deductible donations, which support the work of Pearl S. Buck International in bridging cultures and changing lives.

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