Memorial Day roundup: Parades in Kennett & Marshallton, honoring fallen heroes in W. Brandywine
Although for many of us Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, it remains a solemn reminder of all who served and especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of their country. In and around Chester County, there will be various parades and remembrances to honor these heroes.
Among the more somber remembrances will be tribute to local residents in gave their all in protecting...
Art, music, history, exercise abound this weekend
Kennett Square visitors will have an opportunity to buzz in on the conversations of these fascinating reenactors participating in “Has Thee Heard” tonight, a program sponsored by the Kennett Historical Commission, Historic Kennett Square & Kennett Underground Railroad Center.
From First Friday to Vive Tu Vida, activity choices aplenty
Kennett-area residents will have a plethora...
Artist brings history alive for painting series
Reenactors create authentic tableaus with Marshallton, Newlin as backdrops
By Kathleen Brady Shea, Managing Editor, The Times
Sarah Papenhausen (top left) and Mark Slouf help Adrian Martinez reattach his Indian hairpiece.
The process proved painstaking: A Downingtown artist shaved his head and mustache, donned handcrafted American Indian garb, and then attempted to reattach some hair – a far...
Living History: A tale of two names, Marshallton and the Marshalton Inn
By Gene Pisasale, Special to The Times
Martin’s Tavern played a key role in the Revolutionary War and went on to become a central location in Marshallton for almost 200 years.
Visitors to Chester County know the area for its rolling hills and a kaleidoscope of colors in the Fall, but few are deeply familiar with its rich heritage dating back well over 300 years. William Penn made the first...
