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  • September 2024

  • Thu 12

    Book Discussion – American Creation (hybrid)

    September 12, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

    Join the discussion! The bi-monthly CCHC book group has selected this book by acclaimed historian Joseph J. Ellis, who brings his unparalleled talents to this riveting account of the early […]

  • Thu 12

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    September 12, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

  • Wed 18

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    September 18, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

  • Thu 19

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    September 19, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

  • Tue 24

    The Ganges on the Brandywine: The Story of Samuel Ganges, 1772-1868 (Virtual)

    September 24, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Virtual Event

    This virtual presentation by Michael Kearney, PhD, genealogist and family historian, will explore the life of Samuel Ganges, born in 18th century West Africa, enslaved, and who died in Chester County in 1868 at nearly 100 years old.

  • Wed 25

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    September 25, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

  • Thu 26

    Birth, Marriage, & Death: Vital Records in the Archives (Virtual)

    September 26, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    This "Records Round-up" virtual program will be presented by our friends at the Chester County Archives and explore the County's vital records and how you can access them for your genealogical research.

    Free
  • Thu 26

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    September 26, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

  • Sat 28

    ColorQuest: Explore History…in Color! (Family Event)

    September 28, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

    A hands-on history exploring the world of color! During this family-friendly event, children will investigate the history of dyes and paints, how they were made, how they were used, and how their use has changed through the years. Best for ages 7-13.

  • October 2024

  • Wed 2

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    October 2, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

  • Thu 3

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    October 3, 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

  • Sun 6

    Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    October 6, 2024 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Plagues and Pestilence: A Walking Tour

    Learn the astonishing, little-known history about the diseases that transformed the lives (and deaths) of the people of West Chester.

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