As 2020 comes to a close, the West Goshen Historical Commission would like to cap off the year by taking a look back at some of the significant moments in the history of the township and surrounding area. Over the past three centuries, our township has experienced many monumental events and was home to many […]
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West Goshen History: Dr. William Darlington
Dr. William Darlington was born on April 28, 1782, in Chester County and went on to lead a most unique life here. It was 1804, he was 22 years old, and he graduated from the Medical School of the University of Pennsylvania. He was the first Chester Countian to accomplish that feat. While studying medicine […]
Preserving Local History | The Matlack House
The Matlack House Traveling around the township of West Goshen, it is sometimes difficult to locate historic homes and buildings. Over the years, many cherished structures rich in local history have been demolished to make room for the future. It is always sad to watch historic homes transform into piles of rubble. Although it may […]
Belair Estate: The Home of George A. McCall
During the nineteenth century, West Goshen Township was a getaway for Philadelphia residents to relax at their country homes. The expansive pastures and dense forests offered a quiet reprieve from the chaos of the city. One of these notable residents was General George Archibald McCall. He retired to his West Goshen farm after a life […]