The Mercer Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, has announced an exciting new exhibition, The Doan Gang: Outlaws of the Revolution, which delves into the legendary exploits of a group of Loyalists from the era of the Revolutionary War.
Running now through December 31, 2026, this immersive display invites visitors to explore the complex history of The Doan Gang, a band of outlaws whose allegiance to the British crown made them both feared and admired figures in Revolutionary Bucks County.
The Doan Gang, a group of five brothers and their associates, operated in the region during the late 18th century, committing daring robberies, espionage, and evading authorities.
While some saw them as criminals, others considered them political dissidents resisting the wave of American independence.
This exhibition in Bucks County sheds light on the turbulent era in which they lived, offering an in-depth look at the choices that divided communities, families, and even entire towns during the Revolutionary War.
Through rare artifacts, interactive displays, and curated historical narratives, visitors will gain insight into the gang’s most infamous crimes, including the robbery of the Bucks County treasury.
The exhibition also examines the myths that have surrounded The Doan Gang for centuries, including tales of hidden treasures and secret hideouts in the caves of Bucks County.
Adding to the intrigue, a special program, Outlaws in the Underworld: Bucks County Caves and The Doan Gang, will be held on March 30, 2025.
This event will explore the legend of the gang’s supposed hideouts, revealing recent findings about the caves and geological formations that may have sheltered these notorious fugitives.
Located at 84 S Pine St, Doylestown, PA, the Mercer Museum is offering this exhibition as part of general museum admission.
For more details, visit the museum’s website or contact (215) 345-0210.
