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This exclusive sneak peek is reserved for the Delco community, offering a festive evening of discovery, where we will unveil a special sampler of the 2026 events and programs. Consider this your exclusive first look at a milestone celebration. $150/250, volunteer spots and sponsorships available.

This Smithsonian production provides an immersive experience of that time though TV and radio news coverage from Dr. King's support for the strike in Memphis to his murder, and to the manhunt which followed.

Join us for the opening of the new exhibition exploring the foundational role immigrant architects and designers played in establishing the character of Phila's urban landscape. Featuring works by John Haviland, Paul Philippe Cret, Nicola D'Ascenzo, and more recent architects. Exhibit through 12/26

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.

In these lectures, renowned local architects, professors, and historians explore the political, economic, and design trends that drove Philadelphia’s development. $60-100/series, $10-15 single. Cheers to McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Tavern

The battles of the Rev War have been immortalized in books and films, but rarely do they capture the true nature of 18th C. warfare. We will examine the weapons of the American Revolution, how they influenced training and tactics, and how the British and Continental Armies supplied their troops.

Philadelphia was among the first American cities to organize a formal dancing assembly, to present the emerging art of romantic ballet, and to produce home-grown professional dancers, dancing masters, and dance-music composers. $10

On January 9, 1776, the most important pamphlet in American history was first published in Philadelphia. Join local historian Jim Segrave-Daly for a lively discussion of Paine's revolutionary contribution. We'll have a big birthday cake in celebration of Thomas Paine's birthday (January 29, 1737)

C. F. A. Voysey (1857-1941) was one of the leading architects of the Arts and Crafts movement. This talk will illustrate most aspects of this complex and contradictory architect’s work and using Voysey’s own words will explore the very personal ideology that informed his work.

The History of the Modern Middle East Over the next 2 years we will examine the forces and events from the late 19th Century to the founding of the state of Israel in 1948 in order to provide greater context and understanding for the multiple conflicts troubling the region. Hybrid

America250PA will kick off the Semiquincentennial year with a two-week tour of all 67 counties—celebrating at courthouses and historic sites across Pennsylvania. This Kick-Off Event in Delaware County is presented in partnership with: Visit Delco, ShopRite & Fresh Grocer. Reg. required.

The concert will showcase 250 years of leadership and music in civil rights movements throughout American history – including Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy – with storytelling, instrumental accompaniment, and choral arrangements by composer and artistic director Dr. Jeremy Winston. $30/35

In the late 18th century Philadelphia saw a large influx of musicians from London and other areas of the British Isles – many coming at the personal invitation of the theater impresario and composer, Alexander Reingale. Concert with guest Sylvia Berry, fortepiano. $15/30

This event will be an opportunity to reflect on Dr. King's life and work, while also taking action to improve our community. Multiple activities, times and locations- check website. Includes Breakfast, March, Cleanup, Lunch, Activities, and Basketball Game!

Chester Black History Tour, Construction of Dream Pillows, Living Legends sharing their stories, Filling Blessing Bags, Evolving mural project, Community nonprofit organization info tables, Free t-shirts to most participants, and a New mobile museum!

This free program by the Philadelphia Orchestra highlights the traditions of Black culture alongside meaningful musical performances. It’s an afternoon of reflection and inspiration, honoring Dr. King’s commitment to equality, unity, hope, and the role of music in advancing social change.

We meet history's earliest documented physician, Imhotep, and the earliest documented dentist, Hesy-re. We examine the role of magic and herbs in ancient Egyptian medicine, look at cases outlining specific surgical intervention, and we examine an actual case of what was perhaps successful surgery.

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.