Designer of the frigate Constitution, "Old Ironsides," lived 1803-38 in the Pont Reading House, which stands opposite. The present house was built at dates 1683 to 1813. — — Map (db m81492) HM
In Memory of
James L. Killen, Jr.
Jesse S. Mills
Rockdale Boys who died in Action
in the World War 1918
Erected by Their Neighbors of
Aston & Middletown Townships
[Rear of Marker]
Roll of Honor
In Honor of . . . — — Map (db m67392) WM
On New Road at Mount Road, on the left when traveling west on New Road.
Dedicated to the men of Aston and Middletown Townships who died in their countrys service in World War II
G. Nelson Blackburn
Frederick Blackburn
Daniel Bonaventure
Lewis Butt
Raymond Chandler, Jr.
George W. Clark . . . — — Map (db m67397) WM
On Pennell Road (Pennsylvania Route 452) at Concord Road, on the left when traveling south on Pennell Road.
[Smaller display in front of main memorial:]
I pledge allegiance
to the flag of the
United States of America
and to the Republic
for which it stands,
one Nation, under God,
indivisible, with Liberty
and Justice for all. . . . — — Map (db m146251) WM
On Meetinghouse Road east of Chichester Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Chichester Meeting for Worship was established in 1682 and began holding monthly meetings in 1684. The current unimproved fieldstone meetinghouse was built in 1769 and replaced an earlier c. 1688 log structure that was destroyed by fire. A . . . — — Map (db m157344) HM
On Chichester Avenue at Meetinghouse Road, on the left when traveling west on Chichester Avenue.
Upper Chichester Township. “Chichester Liberty” was established in 1683 by William Penn. Upper Chichester Township separated from Lower Chichester Township in 1759.
The Upper Chichester area was claimed both by the Swedes (1643) . . . — — Map (db m154914) HM
Thomas Massey left England on the ketch "Endeavor" arriving at Upland (Chester) 1683. Married Phebe Taylor 1692, bought 900 acres in Marple Township and build this brick house in 1696. — — Map (db m81574) HM
On West Chester Pike (Pennsylvania Route 3) east of N. New Ardmore Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This federal style house
was built on land originally
owned by Robert Taylor.
J. M. Moore constructed
the original house in 1821,
while the eastern section
was added in the late
19th century. — — Map (db m159610) HM
On West Chester Pike (Pennsylvania Route 3), on the right when traveling west.
Built by noted Quaker, Jonathan Maris, c. 1750, this fieldstone farmhouse retains many early features such as a walk-in cooking fireplace and six corner fireplaces. The property was purchased by Robert Culbertson after the civil war and remained . . . — — Map (db m159613) HM
On North Malin Road at Academy Lane, on the right when traveling south on North Malin Road.
James Lewis, an active abolitionist, operated a tannery at this site between 1839 and 1865 and it served as a safe house on the Underground Railroad prior to the Civil War.
Marble Township Historic Site — — Map (db m273378) HM
On West Chester Pike (Pennsylvania Route 3) at Broomall Ave, on the right when traveling west on West Chester Pike.
The Maris family came from England in 1682 and settled in Springfield, Delaware County. Family descendants settled in Marple Township and built this fieldstone farmhouse about 1800. It remained a residence until its conversion to a business in the . . . — — Map (db m159614) HM
A fine example of early Pennsylvania rural architecture. Brick section was built before 1708 by Thomas Massey, who by 1696 was owner of a 300-acre plantation here. An earlier central wooden section was replaced by stone about 1730 by his son. . . . — — Map (db m316039) HM
In July 2015, the Brandywine River Museum of Art commissioned James Welling to create a site-specific installation that explored the intersection of art and the environment. He photographed several locations around the grounds of the museum; one . . . — — Map (db m107783) HM
In July 2015, the Brandywine River Museum of Art commissioned James Welling to create a site-specific installation that explored the intersection of art and the environment. He photographed several locations around the grounds of the museum; one . . . — — Map (db m107790) HM
In this life-size sculpture, Andrι Harvey captured the form and personality of a particular pig that he encountered in rural Pennsylvania. After modeling her in clay, Harvey created a small bronze sculpture of the pig, The Portrait Sitter . . . — — Map (db m107786) HM
Born in Philadelphia, J. Clayton Bright began sculpting in the late 1970s. With the guidance of sculptor Eric Parks, he learned the process of cast sculpture using the lost wax technique. In 1984, the artist was commissioned by Mrs. Miles . . . — — Map (db m107794) HM
On Hoffmans Mill Road south of Baltimore Pike (U.S. 1), on the left when traveling south.
Born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Dan Ostermiller focuses exclusively on animal forms, creating large-scale sculptures in bronze. The son of a taxidermist, the artist closely studied anatomy, and in his sculptures emphasizes the attributes of each . . . — — Map (db m107826) HM
This repurposed late nineteenth-century schoolhouse served as Andrew Wyeth's studio from 1940 to 2008. Wyeth, one of America's best-known twentieth-century artists, created thousands of paintings and drawings here, inspired by the people, . . . — — Map (db m144338) HM
On Bullock Road at Ring Road, on the right when traveling west on Bullock Road.
These are the ruins of the Bullock Octagonal School. In 1838, the School District of Birmingham Township purchased "81 perches" of land from Robert Bullock and built an eight-sided stone school. This was a popular design in the 1830s. It allowed . . . — — Map (db m299552) HM
On Sept. 11, 1777, an American force of about 11,000 men, commanded by Washington, attempted to halt a British advance into Pennsylvania. The Americans were defeated near Chadds Ford on Brandywine Creek by approximately 18,000 British and Hessian . . . — — Map (db m8277) HM
The center of the American line, Wayne commanding, was near Chadds Ford and faced west. In late afternoon as Cornwallis was making the main assault on the American right wing, 3 miles north, Knyphausen's division of British and Hessians crossed . . . — — Map (db m8279) HM
On Baltimore Pike (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling south.
Polish volunteer, commanded cavalry detachment helping to cover Washington's retreat from Brandywine, Sept. 11, 1777. As brigadier general, served Sept. 1777 - March 1778 as first overall commander of the Continental Army's cavalry. He was mortally . . . — — Map (db m8278) HM
On Baltimore Pike (U.S. 1) at Creek Road, on the left when traveling west on Baltimore Pike.
The Chadds Ford Barn Shops have always
been a destination for community, art, and
history. Founded in 1969, we are celebrating
our 50 year anniversary this year and a
Best of the Main Line win!
The Barn Shops were a project by
Hank . . . — — Map (db m226406) HM
On Creek Road north of Baltimore Pike (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling north.
John Chads, heir to his father's 500-acre plantation along the Brandywine,
commissioned a house, made of Brandywine bluestone, to be built on
banks of the creek. The style and appointments of the house suggest
moderate wealth. Its simplicity . . . — — Map (db m197399) HM
On Baltimore Pike (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling west.
More than any individual in his time, Christian Sanderson focused attention on the Battle of Brandywine, September 11, 1777. He and his mother lived in Washingtons Headquarters, 1906-1922, where they entertained thousands of visitors. Leaving the . . . — — Map (db m13801) HM
Near Baltimore Pike (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling west.
At the time of the battle [of Brandywine], Gideon Gilpin, a Quaker farmer, lived here with his wife and six children. Gideon Gilpin owned 130 acres of farm land. After the battle, foraging soldiers plundered the property. The claim of losses . . . — — Map (db m13786) HM
has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of the
United States of America
This farmstead and its adjacent fields
served as both subject and setting for . . . — — Map (db m176093) HM
has been designated a
National Historic Landmark
This site possesses national significance
in commemorating the history of the
United States of America
World renowned illustrator N.C. Wyeth purchased
this property in 1911, . . . — — Map (db m176094) HM
The Chads' Springhouse predates the home of John Chads across the street. It was built to be both a springhouse and a residence with a corner fireplace in the living area and a sleeping loft above. It was probably built by John Wyeth Jr., the . . . — — Map (db m73827) HM
Welcome to the 1725 John Chads House, the home of the ferryman and farmer for whom Chadds Ford was named. In 1968 Chadds Ford Historical Society purchased this charming bluestone building and has authentically restored it.
Having fallen . . . — — Map (db m182929) HM
and the International Society of Arboriculture jointly recognize this significant tree in this bicentennial year as having lived here at the time of the signing of our Constitution. — — Map (db m8280) HM
On Wilmington Pike (U.S. 202) at Stateline Road, on the right when traveling north on Wilmington Pike.
Founded 1681 by William Penn
as a Quaker Commonwealth.
Birthplace of
The Declaration of Independence
and
The Constitution of
The United States — — Map (db m259455) HM
On Avenue of the States, on the right when traveling south.
In appreciation of loyal service rendered in the World War Franklin Fire Company Hanley Hose Company Moyamensing Hook & Ladder Company Good Will Fire Company Felton Fire Company — — Map (db m14950) WM
On 3rd Street at Ave. of the States, on the right when traveling north on 3rd Street.
Whose first act upon landing in the New World, on October 12, 1492 was to give thanks to God for safe deliverance. Presented to the City of Chester in the year of our Lord 1955 by the Italian-American Associations and citizens of Chester and . . . — — Map (db m14783) HM
On Ave. of the States south of 5th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Georgian Colonial design. Built in 1724, restored in 1920. In use for Chester County till 1786, for Delaware County, 1789-1851. Later used as City Hall. Oldest public building in continuous use in U. S. — — Map (db m159340) HM
On 2nd Street at Penn St., on the right when traveling north on 2nd Street.
Discovered by the Dutch, settled by the Swedes. Granted to William Penn by King Charles II of England, Delaware County is the site of Penn's first landing in Pennsylvania. Here the first assembly met and adopted the frame of government honored in . . . — — Map (db m14957) HM
On East 13th Street (Pennsylvania Route 320) at Chestnut Street, on the right when traveling east on East 13th Street.
Obstetrician, teacher, and surgeon, she established the first U.S. prenatal care clinic at Womans Hospital of Womans Medical College of Pa. and promoted nursing there. Her work related to episiotomies and cesarean sections reduced birth mortality. . . . — — Map (db m135795) HM
On West 3rd Street (Pennsylvania Route 291) just east of Edgmont Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
African American blues, jazz and gospel singer overcame poverty to become one of the highest paid stars on Broadway. Several of her songs are Grammy Hall of Fame inductees. For acting, she received both Oscar and Emmy nominations. Waters was born in . . . — — Map (db m122309) HM
Name given to tract along Delaware River from Marcus Hook to Chester River. Grant for tract was given Captain Hans Ammundson Besk, a native of Finland by Queen Christina in 1653. Site of first Finnish settlement in America. — — Map (db m81733) HM
On Chestnut Street at East 24th Street on Chestnut Street.
Here in 1675, William Edmundson convened the first recorded meeting for worship of Friends (Quakers) within present Pennsylvania. This was at the home of Robert Wade, who in 1682 greeted William Penn upon his arrival in Chester. — — Map (db m4091) HM
On East 2nd Street at Crosby Street, on the right when traveling south on East 2nd Street.
Name given to house built on this site in 1721 by David Lloyd. At one time, it was the home of Admiral Porter and Commodore Porter with whom Admiral Farragut often visited. Razed in Feb., 1882 by "Jackson Explosion". — — Map (db m81730) HM
On Avenue of the States at West 4th Street, on the right when traveling south on Avenue of the States.
The Old Civic Square
Chester's old court house (pictured above) was built ca. 1724, making it the oldest building currently standing in downtown Chester, and one of the oldest remaining public buildings in the nation. The structure served . . . — — Map (db m310987) HM
On 2nd Street at Baker Street, on the right when traveling south on 2nd Street.
King lived three years in this community and ministered under the mentorship of J. Pius Barbour. He graduated from Crozer Theological Seminary, 1951. A leader of the 1963 March on Washington, King won a Nobel Peace Prize, 1964. — — Map (db m14784) HM
Commissioned 1996 in commemoration
of Widener University's 175th Year
Donated by John P. Saik '68
with additional sponsorship by
Leslie C. Quick, Jr. '50
Mr. & Mrs. J. W. Hirschmann III '82
Cortright Wetherill, Jr. '75
Nicholas P. . . . — — Map (db m253836) HM
On 3rd Street at Ave. of the States, on the right when traveling north on 3rd Street.
Site of first St. Paul's Episcopal Church, built in 1702. The grave of John Morton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence is located just south of here. — — Map (db m14768) HM
Oct. 29, 1682, soon after finishing a two-months' voyage, William Penn first set foot on his colony of Pennsylvania, granted by Charles II the year before. The site is a block south. — — Map (db m14961) HM
On 14th Street at University Place, on the right when traveling west on 14th Street.
In remembrance of those alumni of
Widener University and Pennsylvania Military College
who have served the nation with honor, courage and
devotion to duty and in so doing laid down their lives
for us and for future generations.
World . . . — — Map (db m253837) WM
On Morton Avenue (U.S. 13), on the right when traveling south.
After an encampment of several days in Philadelphia where French troops passed in review before Congress, the French and American armies moved toward Wilmington by the Chester Pike known then as the Kings Highway. They encamped . . . — — Map (db m203802) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 291), on the right when traveling east.
During WWII, Sun was the largest single shipyard in the world, with over 35,000 employees. It introduced the all-welded ship, which significantly increased ship production, and the T-2 oil tanker, which became the standard at all US shipyards. Sun . . . — — Map (db m147389) HM
On Morton Avenue (U.S. 13) at McDowell Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Morton Avenue.
A Tribute to those from Sun Village who served our country in World War II
Clyde Robert Thompson Ralph Jack Emory James Walter Brogan David R. Hutchinson
— — Map (db m203803) WM
On Ave. of the States near 4th Street, on the left when traveling south.
Built in 1747 on this site. Was known as "Pennsylvania Arms" until after Washington stopped here following the Battle of Brandywine in 1777. Noted stopping place on the old Post Road. Building stood here until 1952. — — Map (db m14955) HM
On Penn St. at Front Street, on the left on Penn St..
First lodged in America in "Essex House" on this site October 28, 1682 the guest of Robert Wade Here the earliest Quaker settler on this side Delaware River, 1676, purchaser of the property, then called "Printzdorp," from the earlier occupant, . . . — — Map (db m14967) HM
On Commission Street west of Avenue of the States, on the right when traveling east.
Ethel Waters
Born to a young mother and raised in poverty, Ethel Waters overcame a difficult childhood to become an accomplished singer, radio host, and actress, having had roles in movies, on Broadway and on television. She was born in . . . — — Map (db m306696) HM
On East 3rd Street (U.S. 13) east of Avenue of the States, on the right when traveling east.
Being censured by some of his friends for his boldness in giving the casting vote for the Declaration of Independence. His prophetic spirit dictated from his death bed.
The following message to them
On Avenue of the States at West 4th Street, on the right when traveling south on Avenue of the States.
On Oct 5, 1824, crowds greeted Gen. Lafayette on his arrival at river landing at 11 PM. At 1 AM, he was honored with a banquet at the courthouse. — — Map (db m306668) HM
On East 3rd Street (U.S. 13) east of Avenue of the States, on the right when traveling east.
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation.
1775 - 1783
Presented by Pennsylvania State Society, . . . — — Map (db m306670) HM WM
On U.S. 1 at Springfield Road (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling north on U.S. 1.
Invented in 1943 by Richard James and named by his wife Betty, the Slinky was manufactured here at James Industries until 1965. In 1960 Richard left his family and gave control of the nearly bankrupt company to Betty. Betty turned the company into a . . . — — Map (db m138520) HM
The colored soldiers of Pennsylvania who fought and died in France 1917-1918 that liberty, equality and fraternity might be established between all nations and among all peoples. — — Map (db m176373) WM
On Valley Forge Road 0.1 miles north of Church Road, on the left when traveling north.
Built by Thomas Moore, Stucco over Stone. Built in Three Sections, Middle Part has Datestone MTM 1783, Original Fireplaces, Paneling, Attic Floor Covered with Mortar. At one time used as a Trading Post. — — Map (db m113085) HM
On Lansdowne Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The former St. Vincent's Orphanage building was reopened in 1953 as Archbishop Prendergast High School, an all-boys institution named to honor Archbishop Prendergast's legacy.
Just three years later, in 1956, a second school building was . . . — — Map (db m308108) HM
On Lansdowne Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Around 1889, Anthony J. Drexel Jr., son of the prominent banker, philanthropist, and founder of Drexel University, purchased 36 acres of land northeast of the Garrett Road and Lansdowne Avenue intersection from P. Garrett & E. Powell. Shortly after, . . . — — Map (db m308105) HM
On Lansdowne Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
In 1917, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia purchased the 36-acre property of Anthony Joseph Drexel Jr. for $57,000. Soon after, Archbishop Edmond Francis Prendergast announced plans for the construction of a new orphanage, designed by Architect Paul . . . — — Map (db m308107) HM
A doctor, judge, scientist, and State Senator. Smith came to Collenbrook in 1829 upon his marriage to Mary Lewis, heir to this eighteenth-century family estate. He was founder of the Delaware County Institute of Science and author of the 1862 . . . — — Map (db m81501) HM
The only remaining log cabin of its type, among several once located on Darby Creek. Evidently built by Swedish settlers who came to this area after 1638. Used by the early Philadelphia film-maker, Siegmund Lubin, as the site for several pre-1910 . . . — — Map (db m66649) HM
On Garrett Road at Maple Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Garrett Road.
Born at Riverview, near here, Garrett was a prominent abolitionist and Underground Railroad activist. He moved to Wilmington, DE in 1822, and sent many fugitive slaves to his brothers at Riverview, Fernland Farms, and here at Thornfield. He was a . . . — — Map (db m67355) HM
On Simpson Street 0.1 miles south of 13th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Built to make P14 Enfield rifles for the
UK in 1914, the factory was the nation's
largest during WWI. It produced a modified version of the firearm after the US
entered the war, designated the Model
1917. It was the most common rifle issued
to . . . — — Map (db m159231) HM
On 9th Street 0.1 miles west of Simpson Street, on the right when traveling east.
Originally part of Ridley Township, Eddystone was incorporated as a borough
in 1880. First developed by the Simpson family in the 1870s as the home of their
print works, the town's name was inspired by the Eddystone Lighthouse in Devon,
England. . . . — — Map (db m159243) HM
On Fishing Point Trail just west of Wanamaker Avenue ( Route 420), on the right when traveling west.
You are located at the western end of the refuge at Route 420. This side of the refuge is best known for fishing in the creeks and deep lagoons that were created during the early stages of Interstate 95's construction. Soils were dredged and the . . . — — Map (db m210851) HM
On West 2nd Street just west of Corinthian Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
On this site Governor Johan Printz
established and maintained the government
of New Sweden
1643 - 1653
Erected by the Swedish Colonial Society June 14, 1923 — — Map (db m216908) HM
Printz founded here the first permanent European settlement. Built the first Capitol, church, law court. His instructions from Queen Christina became the first constitution and his coat of arms the first legal seal in what is now Pennsylvania. He . . . — — Map (db m14764) HM
On Fishing Point Trail just south of Wanamaker Avenue ( Route 420), on the left when traveling west.
Welcome to America's first urban refuge, established in 1972 to preserve and restore Tinicum Marsh. Here you will discover wetlands and forests that provide vital habitat for wildlife and for people.
Explore the Refuge . . . — — Map (db m210850) HM
On 2nd Street at Lagrange Ave., on the right when traveling north on 2nd Street.
A rare surviving example of a quarantine station, the Lazaretto was the introduction to America for many immigrants. Established in 1799 in reaction to a yellow fever epidemic, it operated until 1893 to inspect cargo and passengers for infectious . . . — — Map (db m14759) HM
On Taylor Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
In 1643 the colony's Governor, Johan Printz, established its capital here on Tinicum Island. Earlier, in 1638, New Sweden had been founded at the site of present Wilmington. Although the colony was captured by the Dutch in 1655, many Swedish and . . . — — Map (db m268427) HM
On Governor Printz Boulevard (Pennsylvania Route 291), on the right when traveling south.
First permanent settlement in present-day Pennsylvania, founded 1643 by Col. Johan Printz, governor of New Sweden. Seized by the Dutch in 1655, and by the English in 1664. — — Map (db m14946) HM
On Fishing Point Trail just west of Wanamaker Avenue ( Route 420), on the right when traveling west.
These lagoons became part of the
Tinicum National Environmental Center
November 4, 1977 through citizen action
led by
C.A.R.P.
(Concerned Area Residents for
Preservation of Tinicum Marsh)
and
The Leagues of Women Voters . . . — — Map (db m210853) HM
On Governor Printz Blvd (Pennsylvania Route 291), on the right when traveling south.
Forever Honored
C. L. Beale J. A. Kiszonas A. R. Bothner J. P. Lawson A. Burnett E. F. Oxner D.F.Fox T. Pritula W. F. Gumen J. E. Sission, Jr. E. S. Horodynski R. S. Smith L. F. James, Jr. L. D. Surplus S. W. Walz
. . . — — Map (db m14947) WM
On Valleybrook Road at Logtown Road, on the right when traveling north on Valleybrook Road.
On the evening of September 11, 1777, a
number of stragglers from the defeated
American Army, hungry, demoralized and
exhausted in their flight from the field at
Brandywine, collected in Logtown (part of
what is now Chester Heights) where . . . — — Map (db m188158) HM
Near Glen Mills Road 0.2 miles east of Thornton Road, on the right when traveling west.
Thornbury Delaware County Historical Commission
Historic Resource Property #008 Sarum Farmstead
Summer kitchens helped keep the main house
cool during the hottest months of the year.
They were popular in the 18th and early . . . — — Map (db m188201) HM
Near Glen Mills Road 0.2 miles east of Thornton Road, on the right when traveling west.
Preserving Our Past for the Future
Thornbury Delaware County Historical Commission
Historic Resource Property #097 Wilamar / Black Bell Farm
This spring house sits on
property once owned by
George Peirce II, one . . . — — Map (db m188703) HM
On Thornton Road north of Glen Mills Road, on the right when traveling north.
In the 1700's, Chester Creek drove Thornbury Township's economy. Water-powered mills ground flour, cut lumber, and made other goods to supply local farmers. Only remnants of those mills still exist.
At John Taylor's ironworks, Sarum Forge, . . . — — Map (db m232104) HM
On Thornton Road north of Glen Mills Road, on the right when traveling north.
Middle class African Americans thrived in Southeastern Pennsylvania long before it was common in other parts of the nation. The famous abolitionist Frederick Douglass made many of his speeches in the area. Thornbury citizens elected a black . . . — — Map (db m232122) HM
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