Holiday History Stroll (walking tour)
Join costumed guides in a stroll through the festive, historic West Chester, PA while learning about holiday traditions of yore!
Join costumed guides in a stroll through the festive, historic West Chester, PA while learning about holiday traditions of yore!
Join costumed guides in a stroll through the festive, historic West Chester, PA while learning about holiday traditions of yore!
Join costumed guides in a stroll through the festive, historic West Chester, PA while learning about holiday traditions of yore!
Looking for a fun activity in anticipation of New Year's Eve? Kids will "have a ball" exploring the museum and making their own party kit for ringing in the New Year in Style!
Virtual lecture about the Doan Gang, British Loyalists and their nefarious activity in Bucks County, PA during the American Revolution.
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 […]
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?
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!
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.
Join author Faith Mitchell as she tells the story of her grandmother, Emma Crawford and her life from 1906-1910 as a Black woman in southern Chester County.
Discover the personal stories of Civil War soldiers through the lens of their correspondence with one woman who connected them all.
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!
225 N. High Street, West Chester, PA 19380 | 610-692-4800
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