Black History & Stories

Celebrate Black History and Stories Year Round in Chester County

Chester County was an important stop for freedom seekers on their way north. The Longwood Progressive Meeting became a beacon to reformers throughout the United States for movements such as the abolition of slavery, women’s rights and temperance. Visitor’s and speakers to the meeting house included Frederick Douglass. Harriet Tubman, Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth and more.

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours Mar 21

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours Apr 19

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours May 09

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours Jun 14

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

Ain't Misbehavin' Jul 08

A joyous summer musical! Step into the vibrant and swinging world of the Harlem Renaissance in this raucous and joyful musical revue, celebrating the music and spirit of the legendary Fats Waller. The Tony and Grammy Award-winning, jazz-infused score includes Waller’s famous hits…

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours Jul 18

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours Aug 16

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours Sep 19

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

Kennett Underground Railroad Bus Tours Oct 18

​Our tours begin at the Kennett Heritage Center 120 North Union Street, Kennett Square, PA.​​ ​​The dates for our tours are listed below. Tours will depart from the Kennett Heritage Center, 120 N. Union Street, Kennett Square, PA. (see map above for directions). The tours last…

A Rich History of Abolition

The story of Rachel Harris, told through dance