Frederick Douglass
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West Chester University Recognized with Three Regional Community Awards
West Chester University was recently recognized by three organizations for its commitment to community engagement. The University has received $10,000 in grants to support a public humanities initiative rooted in the…
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WCU Celebrates 250th Signing of ‘The Declaration of Independence’ with a Gathering of PA’s 10 Frederick Douglass Institutes
West Chester University (WCU) has a one-of-a-kind link to our nation’s founding principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness… Famed Abolitionist, Orator, and…
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Experience West Chester’s Rich Heritage at Newly Opened Indigo Hotel
West Chester’s newest hotel, Hotel Indigo, had its soft opening on New Year’s Eve, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The Zukin Family…
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Chester County Home to Particularly Large Number of Preserved Underground Railroad Sites
While many areas in different states are home to Underground Railroad locations, Chester County boasts an especially large number of preserved sites with documented history,…
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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, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS…
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One of Pennsylvania’s Most Scenic Routes Winds Through Chester County
The Brandywine Valley Scenic Byway is being lauded for having the most breathtaking views in Pennsylvania, according to a Newsbreak contributor. This Chester County…
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WCU Alumni, Faculty, and Students Honored at MLK Celebration
This year’s West Chester University Martin Luther King, Jr., celebration, organized and hosted by the Society of WCU (formerly WCU’s Frederick Douglass Society), saw the…
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Get the Inside Scoop on West Chester’s Newest Hotel in the Heart of Downtown
Hotel Indigo West Chester, a new luxury hotel from InterContinental Hotels Group which has locations around the world, is set to open in downtown West…
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Dr. Kyle J. Boyer Will Deliver WCU’s Fifth Annual Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture Oct. 10
Educator, Minister, and Social Justice Advocate Dr. Kyle J. Boyer will deliver the Fifth Annual Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture on Thursday,…
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The Luxury of Hotel Indigo in West Chester to Showcase Town’s History and Art
Hotel Indigo in West Chester, part of the “luxury collection” owned by InterContinental Hotels Group, will showcase the town’s history and art once it is…
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Longwood Gardens’ June 2024 Summer Concert Schedule
This June, Longwood Gardens transforms into an open-air stage under the stars, showcasing a spectacular array of live music from around the globe. Whether you’re…
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Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability to be Presented to Renowned Cardiologist, Dr. Mian A. Jan
The Dinniman Together Fund at West Chester University has established the Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability in honor of the…
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West Chester University Hosts 2nd Annual Community Gathering To Explore the Declaration of Independence’s Meaning within Chester County Communities
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence in 2026, the Dinniman Together Fund at West Chester University is coordinating…
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The Society of West Chester University Establishes Two New Awards
The Society of West Chester University has established two new awards that are now presented annually at the Martin Luther King, Jr., Brunch each January: the Larry Dowdy…
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Ken Johnston’s 75-Mile Walk Illuminates Southern Chester County’s Black History Step-by-Step
Philadelphia’s “walking artist,” Ken Johnston, has embarked on a 75-mile journey across southern Chester County. The walk spans from Hinsonville to Phoenixville, and aims to…
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Historic Abolition Meeting House in East Fallowfield in Dire Need of Repairs
The People’s Hall in East Fallowfield, the building constructed in 1845 to ensure that abolitionists had a place to meet without disturbances, is currently in…
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Diversity Walk Dedication Looks at West Chester University Effort to Unite Us
Against the backdrop of a nation tearing itself apart with racial, political, and economic divides, a diverse committee of 52 has formed out of a…
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A Railroad with No Schedules: Barnard Station
“According to one legend, two slave catchers tracking a fugitive through Kentucky lost all trace of the runaway when they crossed the Ohio River. In…
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