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CHESTER SPRINGS, PA — The Mill at Anselma is marking a major milestone in 2025: the 20th anniversary of its designation as a National Historic Landmark and the successful completion of …
Mill at Anselma Celebrates 20 Years as a National Historic Landmark Read More
PHOENIXVILLE, PA — The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville has been awarded a $100,000 Keystone Historic Preservation grant, the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) announced this week. The funding is …
Historic Save for Phoenixville! Colonial Theatre Wins $100K for Preservation Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — State Representative Christina Sappey, D-Chester, has announced a $1 million state grant for the restoration of the Creamery of Kennett Square, a historic 19,000-square-foot building in …
$1 Million Grant Awarded to Restore Historic Creamery in Kennett Square Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Nominations are now open for the 2025 West Chester Preservation Awards, organized by the West Chester Downtown Foundation. This annual event recognizes efforts to preserve the …
West Chester Preservation Awards Seek 2025 Nominations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office (PA SHPO) has introduced an ambitious new framework to preserve the Commonwealth’s historic treasures over the next ten years. Titled Historic Preservation: …
Preserving Pennsylvania’s Past: New 10-Year Plan Unveiled to Protect Historic Treasures Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is throwing open the doors to its storied past with a major funding initiative aimed at preserving its historic and archaeological landmarks. The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum …
Pennsylvania Opens Funding to Revitalize State’s Historic Treasures Read More
NORRISTOWN, PA — Montgomery County recently issued a Request for Expression of Interest (RFEI) as it seeks innovative proposals for the preservation and redevelopment of the historic Airy Street Prison …
Act Now to Save History! Montgomery County Seeks Bold Visionaries for Airy Street Prison Transformation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) has awarded $2.18 million in Keystone Historic Preservation Grants. These grants aim to assist historical and heritage organizations, museums, and …
Pennsylvania Awards $2.18 Million in Grants for Historic Preservation Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County has taken a significant step toward enhancing heritage tourism and community pride with the adoption of a new Heritage Tourism Plan. This strategic initiative, …
Chester County Launches Plan to Boost Heritage Tourism and Preservation Read More