West Chester
West Chester, the county seat of Chester County, is a charming and historic town with a rich heritage dating back to the late 18th century. Known for its picturesque streets lined with well-preserved Victorian and colonial architecture, West Chester exudes a quaint and inviting atmosphere.
Its vibrant downtown area offers an array of boutique shops, art galleries, cozy cafes, and delicious restaurants, making it a hub of activity and entertainment. The town’s proximity to Philadelphia adds to its appeal, making it an ideal destination for both residents and visitors seeking a blend of small-town charm and urban amenities.
Address: 401 East Gay Street, West Chester, PA 19380
Phone: 610-692-7574
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80s Revolution Rocks WCU Jan. 23-24
There’s a new band in town, and they’re totally rad. West Chester University’s (WCU) Criminal Justice Student Association (CJSA) is…
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WCU’s Knauer Art Gallery Presents ‘Reflections of New Sweden’ Jan. 20-Feb. 22
From Jan. 20-Feb. 22, West Chester University (WCU) will present Reflections of New Sweden: Swedish and Finnish Culture along the…
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Ex-Eagle Brent Celek, Who Lives in West Chester, Turns Platform Into Men’s Health Advocacy
The former Eagles tight end and Super Bowl champion Brent Celek, who lives in West Chester, is using his platform…
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WCU Awarded $10.26M Federal GEAR UP Grant to Support STEM Students
West Chester University’s Center for STEM Inclusion has been awarded a $10.26-million federal GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness…
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Eating Your Way Around the World in Chester County
You don’t have to fly to Japan or Mexico to taste authentic global cuisine; Chester County has a variety of…
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MONTCO Careers — Arc of Chester County CEO Sought
The Arc of Chester County, a non-profit organization in West Chester dedicated to advocating, educating, and providing services to empower…
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West Chester Native, Former Eagles Owner Buys Full City Block in Miami
Former Eagles owner Norman Braman, the billionaire car dealer who spent his early years in West Chester before moving to…
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West Chester’s Bookhouse Hotel is the Perfect Getaway for Book Lovers
The Bookhouse at Faunbrook offers literary-inspired lodging perfect for any Chester County book lover, writes Lauren Gordon for TravelHost. The…
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Local Filmmaker Returns with Micro-Budget Comedy Set in West Chester
Independent filmmaker Michael Zolomij is coming back to West Chester with his latest short comedy film, Becoming The Man: A…
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VondernLust: The Grange Estate is a 300-Year-Old Havertown Landmark Hiding in Plain Sight
I was born and raised in Haverford Township, and somehow it took me until my 40s to finally visit the…
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A Place Where Everyone Wants to Live: Towns with Most Expensive Homes in Chesco
Chester County, a place where everyone wants to live, has eleven towns with the most expensive homes in Pennsylvania, according…
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Delaware County Retired Couple Keep Coffee, Community Flowing
A retired Delaware County couple is “brewing community one cup at a time” from their online coffee shop based in…
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More than 1,100 to Graduate at WCU’s Winter Commencement Ceremonies
There are 1,124 students poised to begin the next chapters of their lives following graduation from West Chester University (WCU)…
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Clothes Mentor in West Chester Draws Shoppers with Designer Deals, Sustainable Style
In West Chester, the resale shop Clothes Mentor is drawing shoppers from across the region, writes Claire Allard for Family…
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Festive Pop-Up Bars Bring Holiday Cheer to Chester County
Chester County residents can enjoy a festive night out on the town at one of the county’s many holiday pop-up…
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Gadaleto’s Seafood Market Providing Free Meals to the Community
As the need for food security has risen throughout the local community, the owner of Gadaleto’s Seafood Market decided to…
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West Chester’s Thomas Lambert, Pennsylvania’s First African American Chrysler Auto Dealer, Retires
Thomas Lambert of West Chester, the first African American Chrysler auto dealer in Pennsylvania and owner of Lambert Auto Body…
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40 Thanksgiving Meals for Safe Harbor Residents Prepared in WCU’s Food Lab
Although Thanksgiving has now passed, the impact of the holiday season was felt well before the celebrations began. On Tuesday,…
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