Virtual Lecture – Doans and the Revolution

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Virtual lecture about the Doan Gang, British Loyalists and their nefarious activity in Bucks County, PA during the American Revolution.

Book Discussion – 1493: Uncovering the New World that Columbus Created (hybrid)

Join the discussion! The bi-monthly CCHC book group selected this best-seller by Charles Mann. This book presents research by biologists, anthropologists, archaeologists, and historians that suggests how the post-Columbian network of ecological and economic exchange fostered the rise of Europe, devastated imperial China, convulsed Africa, and for two centuries made Mexico City—where Asia, Europe, and […]

Events Showcase & Open House

Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West Chester, PA, United States

The Chester County History Center will host the Events Showcase & Open House opening our doors to local providers of the service industry, and offering a platform to connect vendors and clients.

$5

Virtual Lecture – Making Sense of the Molly Maguires

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Join historian Kevin Kenny from NYU as he investigates the true nature of Pennsylvania's 19th century Molly Maguires; were they violent conspirators or innocent Irish immigrants, victims of exploitation?

Discovery in the Dark: A Children’s Event

Ever wonder about what life was like at night before electricity? Bring your flashlight to the Chester County History Center to explore the museum in the dark while completing a scavenger hunt. Other fun stations throughout the building will provide more illuminating fun for all!

True Crime on Trial

Paradocx Vinyard 1833 Flint Hill Road, Landenberg, United States

You be the judge! Join historians from the Chester County History Center as they present the evidence from one of the county's most controversial murder trials of the 20th century, then you serve as a juror to determine the verdict!

National History Day – CCHC closed to the public

CCHC will be closed to the public March 21-22 as they serve as the location for the Southeastern PA National History Day competition. Normal hours resume March 26th at 10AM.