In honor of the 80th anniversary of VE Day, local author Karen Marshall will share her insights from her book, Finding My Father’s Footsteps: A Journey Within the Battlefields of WWII. She will delve into her quest to uncover the military history of her father, Lt. John Sisson, and the fascinating story behind his acquisition of Heinrich Himmler’s annotated personal copy of Mein Kampf at the end of World War II in Europe.
Get ready to be inspired! Guest speaker Catherine Quillman is stepping up to the mic to share the heartwarming saga of how folks from all walks of life have teamed up across generations to preserve the historic battlefield of September 11th, 1777, which stretches its storied grounds through Chester and Delaware Counties.
Bring the whole family for a special Meet and Greet event, where kids can share their wishes, snap festive photos, and experience the joy of the season.
Join guest lecturer, David Montalvo, president of KOP Historical Society, as he leads a captivating talk delving into the long and storied past of this hidden gem.
Picture yourself savoring a cool, refreshing beer from Paoli Beverage (wine will also be available) as the sun sets, accompanied by the bold, toe-tapping tunes of Mansfield Brass.
Have you ever passed by a barn and wondered about its history, style, or purpose? Join professional Architectural Historian Robert Wise, who has dedicated over 30 years to studying barns in Southeastern Pennsylvania, as he guides you in understanding these fascinating structures. He will introduce you to the various barn types in the region and teach you how to recognize them.
Join us for a return visit from local lecturer and engaging storyteller Jim McKinley at the historic Duportail House (c.1740) in Chesterbrook.
The Yoga Uncorked event scheduled for Tuesday, June 18 has been canceled by the Tredyffrin Historic Preservation Trust due to the heat advisory warnings and soaring temperatures. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Author Bruce E. Mowday will give a presentation on Lafayette's life, his involvement in the American Revolution and his return to America in 1824-1825 as America's guest!
Explore the rich cultural history of immigrants in Northern Chester County and how they impacted the growth of the region and influenced everyday life. See photos and artifacts from instructor Ryan Conroy’s personal collection and archive for an exciting visual experience.
Photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny
Photo opportunity with Santa!
In advance of Veterans Day on November 11, the Trust welcomes local historian Bart Van Valkenburgh to its Fall Lecture Series. Presenting “A Salute to Main Line Veterans”, the talk will focus on some of the veterans from our area, as well as many of the veterans or-ganizations active in supporting and recognizing the service to our country by these citizen soldiers.
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Join C.J. McGroarty for a reading and discussion of her new book Clara in a Time of War, a compelling story of historical fiction set in 1777 Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Join us for a presentation on Brigadier-General Duportail at his headquarters during the Valley Forge encampment of 1777-78, the historic “Duportail House” (c.1740) in Chesterbrook.
Within a year of his joining the Continental Army in November 1777, General Louis Le Begue Duportail, a French military engineer, had become a trusted aide and advisor to the command-ing general.
7 PM Reception, 7:30 PM Lecture People may know the well-known camp meetings and Chautauquas - Oak Bluff, MA, Ocean Grove, NJ and Chautauqua NY. But did you know there …
7 PM Reception, 7:30 PM Lecture This presentation highlights details from a study examining African American participation during the Valley Forge encampment of 1777 to 1778. Justin B. Clement brings …
There will be a party. With people. A “Denim Night” in the barn! But first, in case you have not heard … The Jones Log Barn Living History Center has officially opened! Twenty …
7 PM Reception, 7:30 PM Lecture On Wednesday, October 19, James Garrison, architect, and author with over forty years in the profession, returns to the Trust lecture series. With a …
7 PM Reception, 7:30 PM Lecture We are excited to welcome back Jeff Groff as our guest speaker. Jeff is currently Estate Historian at Winterthur and holds an MA from …
Town Tours & Village Walks is a series of free summer strolls through historic neighborhoods, hamlets, villages, and sites to learn about significant founders of these places or institutions and …
After years in the making, the Tredyffrin Historic Preservation Trust (THPT) has set its grand opening of the Jones Log Barn Living History Center for Sunday, April 3, 2022, 1 …
William L. Price was one of an influential group of architects working during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries in Philadelphia. Aside from his importance in the area of …
Cocktail Party Fundraiser Benefiting Jones Log Barn Living History Center