Invitation extended to celebrate Black History Month
CCHS exhibits offer insight into local African Americans’ past
The Chester County Historical Society is inviting residents to celebrate Black History Month by visiting its exhibits, several of which highlight the county’s African American community.
The Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) would like to invite residents to celebrate Black History Month by visiting its present exhibits,...
Tapping into thirst for music and history
Chester County Historical Society continuing free series
The Chester County Historical Society’s “History on Tap” series offers history in an informal pub or restaurant setting.
The Chester County Historical Society (CCHS) is betting that a slice of history added to music and dill pickles will create a sweet and savory experience for the public.
CCHS will present the latest installment...
Agencies to shine spotlight on human trafficking
Program at Chester County Historical Society designed to raise awareness
The Chester County Historical Society will present “Facing the Monster: Slavery Then and Now,” a program designed to raise attention during Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
State Sen. Andy Dinniman will be one of several speakers Wednesday evening at “Facing the Monster: Slavery Then and Now,” a public event supporting...
Insightful look at county’s Civil War heritage
Historical Society exhibit highlights artifacts and stories behind them
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Jeff Stafford (left) and Richard Neff greeted visitors at the opening Thursday night of “On the Edge of Battle: Chester County and the Civil War” at the Chester County Historical Society in West Chester.
Setting the tone for the Chester County Historical Society on Thursday...
Civil War exhibit to highlight local conflict
In Chester County, residents’ divided loyalties fueled tensions
A new exhibit at the Chester County Historical Society will provide insight into the Civil War era.
During the Civil War, Chester County found itself in the crosshairs of controversy with residents divided in their support for the Union or President Lincoln – conflict that spilled over into contentious public meetings and...
County’s Historical Society to host ‘History on Tap’
Free program will focus on Marshallton’s role in Battle of Brandywine
The Marshalton Inn will serve as a starting point for a free program of the Chester County Historical Society that highlights the role Marshallton played in the Battle of the Brandywine.
On the eve of the anniversary of the Battle of the Brandywine – Sept. 11, 1777 – the Chester County Historical Society is inviting...
Words, deeds, and misdeeds make county history
Archives celebrating 30-year partnership that has assisted thousands of researchers
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Laurie A. Rofini, director of the Chester County Archives and Records Services, checks a document in the climate-controlled storage area.
Confronting the likelihood he would not survive the Civil War, a Chester County native stationed near Hampton, Va., penned...
Public invited to become part of history
Chester County Historical Society is seeking input through focus group
The Chester County Historical Society is seeking input from the public for an expansive exhibit.
Whether you are a long-time resident or a newcomer to Chester County, the Chester County Historical Society wants to position itself as the go-to place to learn about the county’s past and to envision its future.
Toward that end,...
