Visitors Center Hours

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 by appointment only.

Barns-Brinton House tours are available on by appointment only between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Group tours are available by appointment for youth and adult groups

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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.

Visit Our Blog

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. Our family oriented events have become a community tradition. In 2024 we are pleased to host: Battle at Chadds Ford / Historic 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.

We Are Closed for the Fall/Winter Season

As of Labor Day weekend, our Barn Visitors Center is closed till Spring 2025. The John Chads House and Barns-Brinton Houses will be available for guided tours by appointment only for large groups, based on staff availability.

Please call 610-388-7376 or email Sandi Johnson at events@chaddsfordhistory.org if you have questions or would like to inquire about a guided tour of our historical houses.

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Upcoming 2024 Events and Programs

Battle at Chadds Ford 2024

Historic Chadds Ford Days

Saturday, September 14th, 10:00am - 5:00pm

Sunday, September 15th, 10:00am - 4:00pm

The CFHS is excited to announce that we will be hosting a battle reenactment! Join us for a historical journey back to September 11th 1777, when the British army engaged Washington's troops at Chads' Ford.

CLICK HERE for more details about the event

The Great Pumpkin Carve 2024

Thursday, October 17th & Friday, October 18th, 4pm - 9pm

Saturday, October 19th, 3pm - 9pm

Join us for a three day Chadds Ford tradition where over 70 giant pumpkins are carved and lit by local artists on Thursday and will be lit and displayed on Friday & Saturday. All three nights enjoy a 'kid friendly' Haunted Trail, raffle prizes and live music. Food, local craft beer and wine are available for purchase.

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