Wharton Esherick Museum
Known as the Dean of American Craftsmen, Wharton Esherick’s whimsical hilltop studio/former residence is a National Historic Landmark for Architecture, featuring over 200 of his works.
Antique Ice Tool Museum
Step back in time at the Antique Ice Tool Museum. Housed in a renovated 1834 stone bank barn, discover rare tools, memorabilia, and stories from America’s natural ice trade, from ice harvesting to delivery.
American Helicopter Museum & Education Center
Explore the wonder of rotary flight at the American Helicopter Museum, featuring more than 35 aircraft, immersive exhibits, and hands-on experiences. Book a helicopter ride for a bird's-eye view of the County.
Baldwin's Book Barn
Baldwin’s Book Barn is a five-story 1822 barn filled with cozy nooks and stone walls lined with books, maps, and prints. This beloved landmark holds more than 300,000 used and rare books, manuscripts, and collectibles.
The Colonial Theatre
Enjoy performing arts, live music, and movies at the historic Colonial Theatre in downtown Phoenixville. Its cameo in the 1950s cult classic The Blob is celebrated each summer with a sci-fi street festival: Blobfest.
Saint Peter's Village
Step back in time in Saint Peter's Village, a 19th-century main street tucked along French Creek. Explore creekside trails, waterfalls, boulders, local shops, and scenic views; then stop by St. Peter’s Bakery for fresh-made treats.
Wyeth Studio Tours
Explore the Wyeth family’s artistic legacy through tours of N.C. and Andrew Wyeth's studios. These historic spaces reveal the homes, landscapes, and studios that inspired generations of American art.
The Mill at Anselma
The Mill at Anselma in Chester Springs is a National Historic Landmark, dating back to 1747. Explore the working grist mill and former railroad line, and view milling demonstrations along Pickering Creek.
Chester County History Center
Chester County history is survived through exhibits, archives, photographs, and programs at the Chester County History Center. Downtown walking tours offer an immersive peek back in time.
National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum
Explore Chester County’s industrial legacy at the National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum. Set in the historic Lukens Steel district, the museum shares America’s steel history.
