DCHPN

Our specialized, in-depth tours are great for adventurous tourist and inquisitive local alike. Our experienced volunteer guides offer tours every weekend from May–November with each tour focusing on a different part of Greater Philadelphia. Various dates and times. $10-18

Succession Fermentory will be at the park on Thursday evenings in May, June, September, & October for weekly pop-up happy hours, with a variety of beers and other beverages for sale. Stop by to sip some drinks, enjoy the music, play games, and relax by the creek with friends.

The exhibits will feature new accessions and collections, featuring rarely before seen items of Delco history. Join us for a wonderful evening and help DCHS close big on our Delco Gives campaign from May 6-7th. Donations welcome.

What did it take to build a country house in the 18th century American colonies? Learn about the design and construction of the Chew House and other buildings on the estate from the accounts that document the work of the early Germantown builders of Cliveden. $10-20

Help clean, restore and promote Mount Lawn’s legacy. This teen and young adult oriented program is a way to help maintain Mount Lawn’s landscape while learning important facts about history AND you get paid (age 15-18+).

Join costumed guides in this outdoor tour of downtown West Chester. On this stroll through the borough, we will stop at various landmarks to tell the individual stories of some of the remarkable women that shaped West Chester from colonial times to the present. $16

Join costumed guides in this outdoor tour of downtown West Chester. On this stroll through the borough, we will stop at various landmarks to tell the individual stories of some of the remarkable women that shaped West Chester from colonial times to the present. $16

An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of “Hamilton” combines the best elements of live theater and film to bring the cultural phenomenon to homes around the world for a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Reg. opens 4/11 at 1:30 pm

Join costumed guides in this outdoor tour of downtown West Chester. On this stroll through the borough, we will stop at various landmarks to tell the individual stories of some of the remarkable women that shaped West Chester from colonial times to the present. $16

Join costumed guides in this outdoor tour of downtown West Chester. On this stroll through the borough, we will stop at various landmarks to tell the individual stories of some of the remarkable women that shaped West Chester from colonial times to the present. $16

Help us mark a major milestone as Pennsbury Township commemorates 250 years of community, history, and heritage. This free, family-friendly event takes place rain or shine behind the Township Building. Barnes Brinton House open for Declaration Reading and bread baking.

Keep Music Alive will host a special musical performance and a mini-Musical Instrument Petting Zoo at Media's Dining Under the Stars. Included will be instruments from our "Sounds of Freedom" collection including the Fife, Bugle and Colonial Style Drum.

"The Increasing Importance of State Constitutions in American Political and Legal Life". PPC- Various events throughout Pennsylvania to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Provincial Conference held at Carpenters' Hall.

Join food historian Dan Macey for a delicious deep dive into the evolution of ballpark cuisine. From early peanuts and hot dogs to modern gourmet creations, discover how America’s favorite pastime helped shape, and was shaped by, its iconic snacks. 18+

Gear up for America’s 250th! Explore the Brandywine Battlefield with family and friends in an untimed road rally. Discover key historic sites, meet costumed interpreters, and learn how the largest single-day battle of the Revolution shaped our fight for independence. $44.52/car

The oldest home and garden tour in America, in one of our most beautiful and historic small towns, on the nation's 250th anniversary. Historic building tours, re-enactors, kids activities, music, food trucks, craft market & more! Most events free except tours. Period costume free!

Join us for our 250th celebrations at Newlin Grist Mill through special demonstrations, workshops, make-and-takes, and talks on topics related to the trades that built America and the feeding of a revolution. Demonstrations are ongoing throughout the day. Talks are $10/person or free for members.

Excavations are conducted under the leadership of resident archaeologist Keith Doms with assistance from members of the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology and volunteers from the community. Individuals and groups throughout the region assist with excavations and artifact cleaning.