Haverford History

Haverford Township Historical Society

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The mission of the Haverford Township Historical Society is to protect, preserve and promote the history of our community and to sustain its cultural heritage for future generations through educational programs, accessible archives and site preservation.

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Upcoming Events – Mark Your Calendar

Heritage Festival

June 1, 2025. 17th Annual Heritage Festival! Vendor registration now open. More Info: https://haverfordhistoricalsociety.org/heritage-festival/

Havertown Antiques Roadshow

Sunday, April 27, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
The Haverford Township Historical Society Presents: Appraisals by Stephen Turner of Briggs Auction, Inc.

https://www.eventeny.com/events/antiquesappraisalevent-19075

DCVA Creek Cleanup @ Nitre Hall

April 26, 2025, 9AM – NOON.

More info and registration: http://argentasoftware.com/interfaces/dcva/frmEventTicketSalesForm.aspx?EventID=4462

Our latest newsletter!

Haverford Herald – 2024 Fall (LATEST!)

HTHS in Brief

The Haverford Township Historical Society was formed in 1939 to promote and sustain interest in the history of our community. With the specific function of preserving documents, artifacts and information of historic value pertaining to Haverford Township, the Society has played a critical role in preserving our local history.

The Historical Society saved, moved, rebuilt and furnished the Lawrence Cabin (between 1690 and 1710), now located on Karakung Drive in Powder Mill Valley Park, and entered into a formal agreement with Haverford Township to also occupy, furnish, look after and run public programs at Nitre Hall (ca. 1810) and the Federal School (1797). In these historic sites, we have created award-winning educational programs staffed by Society volunteers. Visitors can also enjoy these local treasures during open houses, special events and by prior appointment.

Please explore this website to see and learn more of what we do!