Episode 188 features Paul Hewes and Zach Beaver of the Delaware County Historical Society.
The Delaware County Historical Society, celebrating its 130th anniversary, engages in preserving and promoting local history through various programs. Paul and Zach discussed their lecture series, which offers free, outdoor, BYOB-style events twice monthly from April to June and September to October, featuring historians and experts on Delaware County history. They also highlighted their location at 9 West Front Street in Media, where they are open Tuesday through Thursday, and emphasized the importance of advance notice for research requests.
The group discussed the rich history of Delaware County, highlighting key facts such as Martin Luther King Jr. attending seminary in Chester, the discovery of the FBI's domestic spying program there, and the area's significance as a shipping industry hub during World War II. They also mentioned the invention of the Slinky in Delco and the recent announcement of Norwegian Cruise Lines opening a port in Tinicum. Paul and Zach shared their passion for local history, which was sparked by their families' interest in the area's past. They emphasized the importance of preserving and learning about the region's history, noting that many significant events and structures are often overlooked by residents and visitors alike.
9 West Front Street, Media PA 19063 - 610-750-0622 - www.PADelcoHistory.org - Instagram
Honorable Mentions:
Norwegian Cruise Lines
Apollo Pizza
Trio Cold Cuts
A Cut Above
Little Anthony's
Pinocchio's Restaurant
Romano's Pizzeria
Wawa
Booth's Corner Farmers Market
Rich Shane