Kennett Library

A Conversation with Norman E. Donoghue II, historian and author, facilitated by author Mark Bowden

Speaker: Clarke Green, local author and visual artistClarke Green will take you on an armchair tour through the rich, surprising history of the park’s woods, waterways, and meadows. The land now managed by the Kennett Area Park Authority has been the site of events in both the War of the Revolution and the War of 1812, the Industrial Revolution, and home to some remarkable people.This free series of talks focused on local history is presented by the Kennett Heritage Center and Kennett Township Historical Commission, made possible by a grant from Hadley.SEATING IS LIMITED- If you reserve a seat but

Learn about the impact that 15,000 soldiers had on Kennett citizens on September 10,1777.Featured Speaker: Cliff Parker, Director, Chester County ArchivesIn September 1777, British and American soldiers marched across Chester County’s landscape, causing considerable damage to those in their path. On September 10, 15,000 British Crown Force soldiers and camp followers descended on Kennett Township and the tiny settlement of Kennett Village. Mr. Parker will share his research and stories of the “ordinary people” and how this event altered the course of many lives. Facilitated by author and journalist Mark Bowden

June 22nd the Kennett Heritage Center will present a 3-part historical program as part of Kennett Square’s month-long Juneteenth Celebration