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.

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!

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.

Free

Holding History: Civil War Letters with James M. Scythes

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

Discover the personal stories of Civil War soldiers through the lens of their correspondence with one woman who connected them all.

Records Round Up: Wills, Estate, & Probate Records

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Join the staff of the Chester County Archives on Thursday, February 20th at 12 p.m. for a virtual program to learn more about the County’s Probate records both past and present - learn how to navigate the world of wills in your genealogical research!

Free

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!

Virtual Lecture: Early American Women in Science: Stories of Practice and Perseverance

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Join Jennifer Linker, Associate Professor of History at Northeastern University as she explores women in science in the early 19th century. This talk will provide examples of how women in early America practiced science and explain why some women were able to succeed as scientific practitioners while others faded into obscurity.

The Next One Is for You: A True Story of Guns, Country, and the IRA’s Secret American Army (Author Q & A)

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

Join Ali Watkins at the Chester County History Center for a lively conversation and audience Q&A about her new book: "The Next One Is for You: A True Story of Guns, Country, and the IRA’s Secret American Army." This is an in-person event. Doors open at 6pm; the event begins at 7pm. Book signing to follow discussion.