Historic Bethlehem Museums and Sites is set to unveil a series of significant exhibitions that will explore the region's rich history, beginning in May 2025. The first exhibition will focus on Bethlehem's colonial industrial quarter, featuring original artifacts and live demonstrations by contemporary craftspeople, running until December 2025.

In August 2026, the museum will host \"Patriotic Pacifism: A French Nobleman in Moravian Bethlehem,\" which will delve into the interactions between the Marquis de Lafayette and a local Moravian family. This exhibition will coincide with further discussions on Moravian Bethlehem's role during the American Revolution, set to open in mid-2026, highlighting Moravian beliefs and their impact on governance and communal living.

Additionally, the Delaware and Lehigh National Corridor will present an exhibition in summer 2026 that recounts the stories of innovators in industry and transportation during the American Industrial Revolution, focusing on pioneers in coal, iron, cement, and steel.

The Sigel Museum will feature an exhibition in October 2024 that examines the power of media in Northampton County, tracing its evolution from the ability to read and write to modern platforms like Facebook.

A permanent exhibition titled \"The General Happiness of the People: Easton as a Revolutionary Capital\" will be established at the 1753 Bachman Public House, exploring 18th-century judicial systems and the experiences of minorities during that era.

Lastly, Lafayette College will present \"The Spy Who Bought Surrender,\" an exploration of a notable painting in its collection, focusing on the identity of a black gentleman depicted alongside the Marquis de Lafayette.

The National Endowment for the Humanities has recognized this ambitious project as a potential model for future humanities programs, praising the depth of knowledge reflected in its thematic descriptions.