Historical Markers and War Memorials in Media, Pennsylvania
Media is the county seat for Delaware County
Media is in Delaware County
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Near North Orange Street north of West Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
Born 1451, Genoa, Italy, his youth was sailing with explorers. From his readings of the scholars and the geographer, astronomer Ptolemy he conceived the theory to navigate the unexplored Atlantic Westerly as a trade route to the Orient in 1492. He . . . — — Map (db m205517) HM
Formed September 26, 1789 out of Chester County. Named for the Delaware River and site of William Penn's first entry into Pennsylvania, 1682. Old Chester Courthouse (1724) is one of America's early public buildings. County seat, Media, incorporated . . . — — Map (db m83368) HM
Originally part of the farm property of Sarah Briggs in 1848. The site was laid out by Joseph Fox and purchased by the Delaware County Commissioners in 1849 for the erection of a courthouse. The structure, whose construction plans cost $50, was . . . — — Map (db m83369) HM
Delaware County was constituted September 26, 1789. This courthouse was built in 1850 and rebuilt in 1913. It is the sixth of this judicial district in line of direct succession from the first court house in Pennsylvania. — — Map (db m83371) HM
On West State Street at South Orange Street, on the left when traveling west on West State Street.
Site of Donough's Blacksmith Shop in 1855. The present building dates from 1864 when Christian Schur started a bakery and confectionery here. The business was taken over in 1898 by Harry Engle, a well known merchant who served as mayor in 1913. The . . . — — Map (db m205513) HM
On Veterans Square, on the right when traveling north.
On March 8, 1971, the Citizens' Commission to Investigate the FBI broke into the bureau's local office here and found proof of the agency's domestic surveillance programs, including Counterintelligence Program (COINTELPRO). Exposure of the program . . . — — Map (db m180908) HM
On Gayley Street just south of East Jefferson Street, on the right when traveling south.
This was the home of artist Charles Lewis Fussell, 1840-1909, from 1900 to 1909. Fussell was a farmer, Western pioneer and Civil War veteran who spent his most productive artistic years here with his Aunt Grace Anna Lewis, a well known painter and . . . — — Map (db m205504) HM
On North Monroe Street just south of East 5th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Located on ground that was originally part of the County Poor Farm Property in 1850. This lot was first sold in 1872 by Edward Price for $1,121. Elton B. Gifford, a Quaker merchant from Philadelphia, purchased the site in 1877 from James Farnum and . . . — — Map (db m205585) HM
On West State Street just west of South Jackson Street, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated in honor of District Justice Dewey La Rosa and William Gross, School Board member and Borough Official. Despite suffering serious physical disabilities from combat service in World War II, both men went on to faithfully serve their . . . — — Map (db m205567) HM
On West Baltimore Avenue at South Jackson Street, on the right when traveling west on West Baltimore Avenue.
This structure, erected in 1895, was the home of Colonel Joseph W. Hawley, an early Media merchant. He was a partner and founder in 1868, of the famous Hawley and Snowden Hardware Store which later became known as "Snowden's". During the Civil War . . . — — Map (db m205508) HM
On East 5th Street just west of North Edgemont Street, on the right when traveling west.
Born in 1893, he was the grandson of Thomas Cooper, a prominent state senator and political leader, and the son of Frederick Cooper, well known local justice and editor of the Delaware County American newspaper in Media. Graduating from the U.S. . . . — — Map (db m205584) HM
On Church Street just south of East State Street, on the right when traveling south.
An adopted son of Media, he commanded this armory and led Company H, 6th Regiment, PNG during its service on the Mexican Border Expedition in 1916 - 1917, and in World War I from 1917 until 1919. He returned here to train and send off the renamed . . . — — Map (db m205578) HM
Near North Orange Street just north of West Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
In 1900, at the age of two he emigrated with his family from Europe. A pioneer in the food industry, he opened the first super market and shopping center in the United States and Sixth and Penn Streets in Chester. In 1936, he was a man of . . . — — Map (db m205526) HM
On South Olive Street at West Front Street, on the left when traveling south on South Olive Street.
At this location in 1870 stood the Victorian home of attorney Charles D. Manley, one of Media's original settlers. He was a distinguished and well respected public official who served as a borough councilman, solicitor, mayor, school board member . . . — — Map (db m205561) HM
On September 22, 2008, Arizona Senator John McCain, Presidential candidate and heroic decorated veteran of the Vietnam Conflict, held a campaign rally here in the Courthouse Square along with his Vice Presidential running mate, Alaska Governor Sarah . . . — — Map (db m83372) HM
On South Jackson Street at West State Street, on the right when traveling south on South Jackson Street.
Site in 1850 of the Way Homestead, one of Media's original farmhouses, Isaac Chalfont built a livery stable in 1883 and ran a stage line to Chester horses were provided here for hauling apparatus of the Media Fire company. Purchased for construction . . . — — Map (db m205571) HM
On East Baltimore Avenue at Church Street, on the right when traveling east on East Baltimore Avenue.
Located on ground donated in 1850 by John C. Beatty, an early merchant and civic leader. The structure was built 1854 - 1855 by Reverend James Dale, the first pastor. The original plans were drawn by John McArthur, Jr., who also designed . . . — — Map (db m205582) HM
On East State Street just east of South Monroe Street, on the right when traveling east.
Built in 1927 by Samuel Dembow as Media's third and largest movie theatre. It was designed by the firm of Magaziner, Eberhard and Harris and the interior was decorated in the English Renaissance style by Harry Brodsky. The theatre opened in August, . . . — — Map (db m205580) HM
Near North Orange Street north of West Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
Born in Hungary in 1894 and immigrated to Pennsylvania in 1898. Founded Speare Brothers Department Store in Chester. In 1920 and served as its President until his death in 1941. The Nathan Speare Foundation continues in his community spirit and . . . — — Map (db m205525) HM
Near North Orange Street north of West Front Street, on the right when traveling north.
Born Cansano Italy 1951. Naturalized in U.S. Pharmacy U. of N.M. 1974. Board certified nuclear pahrmacist, pioneered reaty-to-use radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging. Building-leasing MRI centers. Founded Diagnostek, Inc. 1983. Serving . . . — — Map (db m205524) HM
On this site, Ronald Reagan, the fortieth President of the United States, delivered an address to the citizens of Media and Delaware County during his presidential re-election campaign on October 29, 1984. — — Map (db m157065) HM
On North Olive Street north of West Front Street, on the left when traveling north.
In grateful remembrance
of the
Soldiers and Sailors
of Delaware County
who fought for the unity
of this Republic
1861-1865.
This monument is dedicated
that future generations
may cherish the principles
of
civil and . . . — — Map (db m83373) WM
On East State Street just west of Church Street, on the right when traveling east.
One of the oldest armories in the Commonwealth. Built in 1908 of local stone by the state on ground donated by the First Methodist Church of Media. The structure's intended military use is expressed by its heavily buttressed walls, broken . . . — — Map (db m205574) HM
On West Baker Street at South Orange Street, on the right when traveling east on West Baker Street.
Locations of Interest
🄰 Armory
12 East State Street
Former site of the Pennsylvania National Guard, currently houses the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum.
🄱 Central Business District
From Gayley to . . . — — Map (db m205512) HM
On North Olive Street at West Front Street, on the right when traveling north on North Olive Street.
Locations of Interest
🄰 Armory
12 East State Street
Former site of the Pennsylvania National Guard, currently houses the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum.
🄱 Central Business District
From Gayley to . . . — — Map (db m205560) HM
On East State Street at Church Street, on the right when traveling east on East State Street.
Locations of Interest
🄰 Armory
12 East State Street
Former site of the Pennsylvania National Guard, currently houses the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum.
🄱 Central Business District
From Gayley to . . . — — Map (db m205576) HM
On East State Street just east of South Monroe Street, on the right when traveling east.
Locations of Interest
🄰 Armory
12 East State Street
Former site of the Pennsylvania National Guard, currently houses the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum.
🄱 Central Business District
From Gayley to . . . — — Map (db m205581) HM
On Veterans Square at West Jasper Street, on the right when traveling south on Veterans Square.
Site of a cornfield where the first sale of building lots in Media was held September 17, 1849. The Charter House Association erected a temperance hotel in 1851 and it became a famous summer resort. Local elections were held here and Media Borough . . . — — Map (db m205559) HM
On East Baltimore Avenue west of Church Street, on the right when traveling west.
Site of a Victorian twin house built in 1897 when Baltimore Pike was known as Washington Street. In 1934 it was the home of Howard Seyfert who ran a podiatrist business here. Among his clients was the famous Glen Riddle mill owner, sportsman and . . . — — Map (db m205583) HM
On West State Street just west of South Jackson Street, on the right when traveling west.
To the men and women of Media
who served in
The Korean Conflict
1950 - 1953
The Vietnam Conflict
1958 - 1973
The Iraqi Conflict
1990 - 1991
A grateful community honors it's sons and daughters . . . — — Map (db m205565) WM
On West Front Street at South Orange Street, on the right when traveling east on West Front Street.
Built 1850-1851 as a residence and store by Charles R. Williamson. He served as County Treasurer, Associate Judge, Postmaster and Borough Councilman 1851-1886. House occupied as post office and shoemaker's shop. Noted for its unusual architectural . . . — — Map (db m205514) HM
On West State Street just west of South Jackson Street when traveling west.
To the men and women of Media
who served in the Second World War
"They shall shine as the stars of heaven,
and of their memorial there shall be no end."
[Names listed] — — Map (db m205570) WM
On Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated in memory of Charles Lewis Fussell,
1840-1909, American artist. Fussell, a beloved
resident of Media for 38 years, loved nature
and his paintings glorified the beauty he found
along Ridley Creek. He was also an accomplished
ice skater . . . — — Map (db m187550) HM
On Barren Road at Painter Road, on the right when traveling south on Barren Road.
This land grant, by William Penn to Thomas Minshall in 1681, was continuously held by the same family until left by Laura Tyler, as a memorial to her husband, John J. Tyler.
Famous for its unusual trees, planted 1840 to 1860 by Minshall and Jacob . . . — — Map (db m187656) HM
On North Middletown Road (Pennsylvania Route 352), on the right when traveling north.
In 1892, inventor Pusey received a U.S. patent for the paper matchbook. Three years later he sold his patent to the Diamond Match Company, and soon millions of matchbooks were being produced each year. A Civil War veteran and longtime Philadelphia . . . — — Map (db m71906) HM
Near Baltimore Pike, on the right when traveling west.
Originally a hunting and fishing ground and
trading path of the Lenni-Lenape and Okehocking
Indian tribes. In 1701 a gristmill and millhouse
were erected here by early settlers. The
area became known as Palmer's mill after
Lewis Palmer, a Media . . . — — Map (db m187505) HM
On South New Middletown Road (Pennsylvania Route 352), on the right when traveling south.
Founded in 1888 by philanthropist Isaiah V. Williamson to teach underprivileged young men “some trade, free of expense” via a character ~ based curriculum. With trade apprenticeships disappearing in the US in the late 19th century, it was a model . . . — — Map (db m187657) HM
On South Orange Street at S Ridley Creek Rd on South Orange Street.
A doctor and theologian, Shaw was national lecturer for the National American Women’s Suffrage Association and a colleague of Susan B. Anthony. As head of the Women’s Committee of the US Council of National Defense she coordinated all women’s . . . — — Map (db m91779) HM
