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The Urban Heritage Project and partners are organizing an in-person gathering on the state of cultural landscape preservation – in theory, policy, and practice. The practice of cultural landscape preservation presents big opportunities to expand the reach of preservation. $50 early bird (by 9/15)

Zoom in at noon on the third Friday monthly, to learn resource development tips to help with your America 250 fundraising, marketing, volunteer recruitment & retention. Hosted by CC250. 11/24- 3/25: Fundraising; 4/25-5/25: Marketing; 6/25: Social Media; 7/25: Volunteers.

Many of West Chester's leading citizens are buried at Oaklands Cemetery (founded 1854), but there are many stories that remain untold. Join the education staff of the CCHC to learn true tales of the soldiers, statesmen, lawyers, doctors, musicians, athletes, artists and more buried here. $20

Fort Mifflin’s Flagship Event! Commemorate the 247th anniversary of the greatest bombardment of the American Revolution with us! Meet Revolutionary War soldiers and civilians, enjoy musket and cannon demonstrations and living history activities. $10-14

Experience how families prepared food in the 18th century with an emphasis on seasonality by preparing a fall feast in the colonial kitchen. Participants will prepare an 18th century meal and taste what they’ve created. Age 10+, $55/75

Join us as we demonstrate and explore historic cooking and foodways! We’ll be using the recently restored 1739 Trimble House Kitchen, as well as the reconstructed Bake Oven behind the Miller’s House, to experiment with a variety of ingredients, techniques, and “receipts” (recipes).

Join an exclusive tour with one of Tyler’s History Docents in celebration of Tyler Arboretum’s 80th anniversary! Gain a new appreciation for Tyler through the ages on this leisurely half-mile walk along the Wister Trail from the Fragrant Garden to Lucille’s Garden. $10-18. Members free.

Thomas Holme was the first Surveyor General of the Province of Pennsylvania, with the responsibility for laying out the City of Philadelphia (1683) and mapping the "Improved Part of the Province" (1687).

Meet and hear Mary Beth Norton, acclaimed historian and author of the 2024 Revolutionary Community Read '1774: The Long Year of Revolution', which looks at the sixteen months leading up to the clashes at Lexington and Concord in mid-April 1775. Books available in Delco libraries.

Come learn about Genealogy and get started on researching your ancestors! Learn how to set up your family tree and figure out what the Ancestry DNA kits are all about. Or get help with your current research! Feel free to bring your own laptop/tablet, but we do have a few to borrow.

Derived from a chapter of his new book on the Philadelphia Campaign, Volume 1 of George Washington’s Momentous Year, Gary Ecelbarger will provide an updated history of the contest and a fresh analysis of its impact. $54.99 includes dinner. Limited seating, $5 early-bird discount.

Presented by David Brownlee. Horace Trumbauer was the most enigmatic architect of America’s “Gilded Age.” Although he left school when he was 14, by the time he was 30, he had built palatial homes for some of the nation’s wealthiest families, and his office would produce more than 800 designs $25-35

Drawing on his new book, Steven Semes will discuss Gustavo Giovannoni (1873-1947), a central figure in the fields of architecture, urbanism, and historic preservation in the first half of the 20th century in his native Italy and throughout Europe. $0/15

In 2026, America celebrates the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation. Let’s inspire and engage all our communities in commemoration of America’s founding, connecting Chester County’s stories to the nation’s past, present and future. Part of CC250 virtual meetings

The Friends of Woodburne and neighborhood volunteers will hold a clean-up of areas outside the fence at Woodburne Mansion overlooking Darby Creek, across from Eden Cemetery on Springfield Road. Wear gloves and protective gear.

One of our most beloved departed landmarks was the ballpark at 21st Street and Lehigh Avenue in North Philadelphia. Shibe Park/Connie Mack Stadium was home to professional baseball, football, and other major events for more than 6o years. A “must see” for local sports and history buffs.

Stop in and experience your 19th century one room schoolhouse during our Fall 🍁Open House. Light refreshments and cider served. See original photos and read stories of previous students. Members of Aston Township Historical Society will be on hand to answer any questions.

Carl Finkbeiner will present a talk about The School in Rose Valley. The stories that the buildings of The School in Rose Valley (SRV) have to tell about the institution and what it shares with its enveloping Rose Valley community are more remarkable than most people know. $15/20