John Morton of Chester County: A Signer of the American Declaration of Independence (Virtual)
As part of the CCHC Speakers Series, Public Historian John E. Smith III presents the life and legacy of Chester County’s forgotten Founding Father, John Morton.
The Philadelphia Navy Yard: Mainstay of the Fleet, 1801-1995 (Virtual)
As part of the CCHC Speakers Series, Senior Archivist Joseph James Ahern of the University of Pennsylvania will will explore the history of the Philadelphia Navy Yard and the events of the Civil War influenced its development into an important 20th century industrial site.
Charley: The Youngest Soldier to Die in the American Civil War (virtual)
Author Brendan J. Lyons shares his research into Charley King’s life and military service.
Book Discussion – And There Was Light by John Meacham (hybrid)
A president who governed a divided country has much to teach us in a twenty-first-century moment of polarization and political crisis. Hated and hailed, excoriated and revered, Abraham Lincoln was […]
17 Men: A Conversation with Shayne Davidson (virtual)
Illustrator Shayne Davidson, who curated the exhibit, will discuss how she came upon a historic photo album, the treasures it contained, and creating the exhibit. A native of St. Louis, […]
17 Men – exhibition closes
Last day for special exhibition featuring portraits of 17 men who served as part of the USCT during the Civil War.
17 Men: Discovering the Men of the 25th U.S. Colored Troops
Traveling exhibit featuring U.S. Colored Troops during the U.S. Civil War, curated by Ms. Shayne Davidson, professional illustrator and amateur genealogist. On view February 10 through July 1. Free with […]
Chester County’s Civil War Generals: They Marched Where Duty Called (virtual)
Of the hundreds of Union Army generals, ten had connections to Chester County. One won the Medal of Honor; several died in action. This presentation honors the lives, campaigns, and […]