Kennett Square
Kennett Square is a historic borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, renowned as the “Mushroom Capital of the World.” It produces over 500 million pounds of mushrooms annually, accounting for half of the U.S. supply.
The town features a vibrant downtown with independent shops, eateries, and hosts annual events like the Mushroom Festival and Brewfest. Its rich history includes roles in the Revolutionary War and the Underground Railroad.
Address: 600 S Broad Street Suite 110 Kennett Square, PA 19348
Phone: (610) 444-6020
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Inside Kennett Square’s Long History with the Underground Railroad
As Juneteenth approaches, the Kennett Underground Railroad Center seeks to educate the community on Kennett’s history with the abolitionist movement,…
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Local Brewing Company Eyes West Chester for Possible Expansion
Local brewery Tired Hands Brewing Co. has its sights set on West Chester for a new brick-and-mortar location, writes Emma…
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Clover Market Returns to Bryn Mawr May 18 for Its Only Spring Main Line Date
The award-winning Clover Market will pop up in Bryn Mawr, in the heart of the Main Line, on Sunday, May…
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Kennett Square Pizza Place Named One of the Best Pizza Shops in the World
Kennett Square’s Mezzaluna Wood Fired Pizza has been named one of the best pizza shops in the world, writes Justin…
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Hands-On Science at West Chester University Hopes to Spur STEM Career Interest for High Schoolers
A group of 9th and 10th graders from Oxford Area High School spent time on April 24 hooked up to…
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Thanks to $1 Million State Grant, Creamery of Kennett Square to Add Cocktail Bar, Event Space
Thanks to a $1 million state grant, the Creamery of Kennett Square is preparing to add a cocktail bar and…
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Avondale’s Caputo & Guest Lowers Prices to Make Eating Well, Buying American Easier
Avondale-based Caputo & Guest, the nation’s leading grower of fresh exotic mushrooms, has lowered prices across its organic mushroom line,…
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Martha Stewart Visits Longwood Gardens During Her Trip to QVC
On her recent trip to QVC in West Chester, Martha Stewart made a stop at another Chester County destination, as…
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Longwood Gardens Welcomes Four Fellowship Program Recipients
The renowned Chester County attraction, Longwood Gardens, has recently announced the four professionals who landed a spot in the competitive…
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First Public Transit Route to Longwood Gardens Opens
OurBus, America’s most highly-rated bus service, has arrived for a new and convenient way to reach the stunning Longwood Gardens…
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Try Out a New Hobby at This Clay Studio in Kennett Square
Are you looking to explore a new activity or hobby? Do you want to build upon skills you may already…
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Camp Dreamcatcher in Chester County Serves Children Living with or Affected by HIV
For nearly three decades, children from Pennsylvania and surrounding states living with or affected by HIV have been traveling to…
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Historic Bistro Now Called ‘The Pear’ Reopens in West Chester
The historic Blue Pear Bistro has officially reopened in West Chester as simply The Pear, writes Ed Williams for Main…
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Kennett, New Garden Townships Mushroom Farms Under Quarantine Order Due to Phorid Flies
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture recently issued a quarantine order for mushroom farms in Kennett and New Garden Townships due to…
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Kennett Winterfest to Highlight Over 60 Craft Breweries, Vendors in February
Kennett Winterfest, put on by Kennett Collaborative, will be opening on Feb. 22, writes staff for The Daily Local News. …
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Kennett Square Rings in New Year with Annual Sparkling Mushroom Drop
Kennett Square residents joyfully rang in the new year with the twelfth iteration of their iconic 700-pound sparkling mushroom drop,…
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From Fireworks to Pickle Drops: 7 Must-Visit New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Pennsylvania to Ring in 2025
New Year’s Eve is one of the most celebrated nights worldwide. It is a time when people gather to bid…
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Wall Street Journal: Longwood Gardens’ New Expansion Balances Elegance and Design with Historic Charm
Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square has recently completed a $250 million expansion that perfectly balances elegance and contemporary design with…
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