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Visitors Center Hours

Tuesday - Saturday	10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Please note, we are closed in observance of the following holidays: New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Research Library is available by appointment. Please provide your areas of interest prior to your visit, so that we can prepare the materials for viewing.

Please call 610-388-7376 or email info@chaddsfordhistory.org to arrange research appointments, meeting room rentals and group tri ps.

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Tours & Education Programs

John Chads House tours are available on Saturdays year-round except the first Saturday of each month (reserved for Escape Brandywine).

Barns-Brinton House tours are available on Saturdays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Group tours are available by appointment for youth and adult groups

Escape Brandywine escape room programs are available on the first Saturday of each month (January through November) at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm. All tickets must be purchased in advance. Private escape rooms can also be arranged outside of the public sessions for groups of 8. Please call 610-388-7376 or email info@chaddsfordhistory.org.

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Rentals & Photography

Our meeting room is available for business, organization or individual rentals. Please view our Rentals and Photography page for more information.

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Welcome to the Chadds Ford Historical Society!

For 50 years the Chadds Ford Historical Society has been preserving history, providing education and serving the community. Our three 18th century houses are the central point for living history programs and education. Throughout the year we host a variety of programs including a Spring Lecture Series, Tavern Nights, Escape Brandywine and Plein Air artist Paint Out. Our family oriented events have become a community tradition. In 2019 we are pleased to host three events: Valley Jamboree, Chadds Ford Days and the Great Pumpkin Carve. The Society also offers educational programs, summer camps and group tours. We invite you to visit us at our Barn Visitors Center to view special exhibits and learn more about the Chadds Ford area.

Upcoming Events and Programs

Annual Meeting for Members

April 28

4pm - 6pm

Join us Sunday afternoon for our annual meeting where we present updates on the Society's 2018 financials along 2019 planned events and programs. We are returning to the format which includes a short business meeting, guest lecturer and buffet dinner. Gene Pisasale, lecturer, will present "American Revolution to Fine Art: Brandywine Reflections." This presentation delves into more than 300 years of regional history and highlights fascinating people, places and events which shaped our heritage. After the lecture, enjoy a buffet dinner and explore our new exhibit on Lenape Park and Chadds Peak.

Please contact the office if you plan to attend. We need to indicate the number of attendees for the buffet dinner.

Click here to learn more

A Bite of History

In conjunction with local restaurants, we are pleased to present a new community program. On the last Tuesday of alternating months, we will highlight a different establishment and encourage our members and friends to enjoy a meal there. In return, the establishment will donate a portion of the proceeds to the Society. This is a great opportunity to support local restaurants and the CFHS too! Why slave over the stove and wash dishes when you can relax to a meal prepared by someone else and meet one of our colonial reenactors for some lively conversation.

Chadds Ford Tavern

April 30 Lunch & Dinner

"Here at the Chadds Ford Tavern, we thrive on the belief that great service, incredible food and exceptional drinks are the ingredients for a phenomenal night. Whether out with friends, family, or grabbing a bite on your way by, The Tavern has something for everyone!"

Be sure to identify yourself as being there to support the CFHS. Please join us for a bite of history!

Escape Brandywine

May 4th

10am, 12pm and 2pm

This unique escape room experience occurs inside an authentic historical house with a Revolutionary War mission! Escape Brandywine places participants into roles of spies on the eve of the Battle of Brandywine. Using real 18th century spy techniques, codes and cyphers, players have 60 minutes to solve puzzles, locate battle plans, and escape to deliver the plans to General George Washington. Click here to learn more.