Chester County Historical Society mourns death of Lukens

Rob Lukens WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Historical Society announced Monday that its president, Rob Lukens, died Sunday, following a battle with cancer. The organization issued the following statement Monday morning: “It is with deep regret and a profound sadness that we inform you of the death of our President, Rob Lukens, PhD, August 1st, following a long fight with cancer.

Chesco Historical Society to address clothing

Grant will help implement upcoming fashion exhibition The Chester County Historical Society will open an exhibit on 19th-century clothing in November. For the Chester County Historical Society (CCHS), a new gift could be considered the perfect fashion accessory. A $35,000 grant from the Coby Foundation, a New York group that funds projects in the textile and needle arts field, will help implement...