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This presentation continues our culinary journey exploring Foods in Ancient Egypt and the Ancient Mediterranean World. Archaeological data is obtained from ancient wall and tomb paintings, along with actual archaeological finds, illustrate this lecture to introduce the diet of ancient Rome.

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.

Thomas Cowperthwait Eakins (1844 – 1916) is acknowledged as one of America’s greatest artists. A gifted sculptor, innovative photographer, controversial teacher, and extraordinary painter, he produced more than 500 paintings and drawings throughout a forty-year career. Pay as you wish.

In an unprecedented 1,682-mile whistle stop tour of the Southern United States, Lady Bird Johnson set out to appeal to her fellow southerners and bridge the divide in the wake of her husband's vocal support for civil rights. Presented by author Shannon McKenna Schmidt. Books available to purchase.

"Exploring Pennsylvania’s Governing Documents from 1682 Until Now". PPC- Various events throughout Pennsylvania to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Provincial Conference held at Carpenters' Hall.

Christine Huckins Franck is an architect, educator, and author in her 35th year of design practice. In addition to her architectural practice, she speaks, writes, and teaches about Classical and traditional architectural and urban design, with a focus on American domestic architecture. $15

Join us as we uncover the art of mixing colonial-era punches and explore the ingredients and flavors that once filled the punch bowl with Flavors of History instructor (and local history expert!) Tony Shahan. $55

Who were the Redcoats and Hessians? What were they like, and who were their leaders? A discussion of the army that invaded the Brandywine Valley in 1777. With Andrew Miller

Christopher C. Gorham's book is the first biography of Hungarian Jewish immigrant Anna Marie Rosenberg, who became a pivotal advisor to FDR during World War II. Books will be available to purchase.

Includes all you can eat buffet with pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, and more! Adults $12, Kids $7.

Featuring a variety of events throughout the city, this yearly festival brings a taste of Japan to Philadelphia and highlights the beauty of Japanese sakura—the flowering cherry trees that brighten city streets and parks with their distinctive pink and white blossoms. $15-20

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 us for opening day at the farm to celebrate a new year and new season! Until 1752, New Year’s Day in Colonial America was in March, and we invite you to learn about New Year’s traditions to welcome spring and bless the lands for a fruitful year. 12 PM: Blessing of the Trees . $8/12

Tavern Night will feature an evening of storytelling and merriment complete with 18th Century beer, cocktails, and hearth-cooked food! $28.52-55.20 (depends on food choice)

At these town halls, attendees will be invited via mobile phone polling to submit their input on proposed reforms to the state constitution. PPC- Various events throughout Pennsylvania to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Pennsylvania Provincial Conference held at Carpenters' Hall.

Join local historian and researcher John E. Smith III for a presentation exploring Morton’s life and legacy. The program will trace how Morton’s Chester County upbringing and early civic career shaped his political positions and values—laying the foundation for his rise in Pennsylvania politics.

These virtual office hours can answer your questions related to how individuals and organizations can get involved in the 250th, whether it’s creating a specific program or legacy goal for the anniversary or just general understanding of what’s happening in Delco for this milestone event.

Sally Ride became a household name as the first American woman in space, but scores of equally impressive women have also left their mark in space. The book spans 45 years and 61 astronauts to share the epic journeys of women who made space for themselves in a male-dominated field.