J oin Us for a Powerful Kickoff to America 250 and Black History Month The Chester County History Center (CCHC) invites you and your family to a free, inspiring afternoon on January 31, 2026 , created in partnership with the Kennett Underground Railroad Center (KURC) and West Chester Dance Works. Start your visit at 1:00 PM with a self‑guided tour through 300 years of Chester County history. Then, from 2:00–3:00 PM , gather in the auditorium for a dynamic program exploring t

Celebrating America's 250 with Kennett Underground Railroad Center in Kennett Square. Look for collaborations and celebrations with us!

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Originally published as an email on August 16, 2020 Friends of the Kennett Underground Railroad Center, We hope you are all doing well in...

On October 9th the "We Walk with Harriet" ladies returned to Kennett Square. It was wonderful to see them again! They stopped by the...

On September 10th, eight weary women, led by Linda Harris, strode into Kennett Square, completing their 116-mile journey on foot,...

Members of KURC were on hand to greet Ken Johnston as he crossed the line between Delaware and Pennsylvania on his re-enactment of...

Two of the most faithful and committed supporters of the Underground Railroad in Chester County were the husband and wife team of Dinah...

Right here in Kennett Square In 2010, Darryl Hall, (center) commissioned a mural depicting Harriet Tubman leading freedom seekers. The...

KURC has a new home! We have exciting news! The Kennett Underground Railroad Center finally has a home in the historic Dr. Isaac Johnson...