Devon Photo Exhibit To Highlight Early Chesco Commerce As Part Of 250th Celebrations

The exhibit will focus on the county's early commerce on the Main Line through photographs and histories of Easttown, Tredyffrin, and more.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Easttown Township's Parks and Recreation Board and Historical Commission are hosting a photo exhibit in April that will highlight early commerce in Chester County, Pennsylvania. The exhibit will be held at Hilltop House in Devon and will showcase photographs and histories of the county's early commerce on the Main Line, including the townships of Easttown, Tredyffrin, Willistown, and Malvern Borough.

Why it matters

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, this photo exhibit provides an opportunity for the local community to reflect on the history and evolution of commerce in the Chester County region, particularly along the Main Line area.

The details

The free photo exhibit will be open to the public from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on April 19 at Hilltop House in Devon. Visitors will be able to view a display of photographs and historical information highlighting the early commercial development in Chester County townships such as Easttown, Tredyffrin, Willistown, and Malvern Borough.

  • The photo exhibit will be held on April 19, 2026.
  • The exhibit will be open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The players

Easttown Township Parks and Recreation Board

The local government entity organizing the photo exhibit to celebrate the county's early commerce history.

Easttown Township Historical Commission

The local historical organization collaborating with the Parks and Recreation Board to host the photo exhibit.

Hilltop House

The venue in Devon, Pennsylvania that will host the photo exhibit showcasing Chester County's early commerce.

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The takeaway

This photo exhibit provides an opportunity for the local community to learn about and appreciate the rich history of commerce and economic development in Chester County, particularly along the Main Line region, as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary.