About Chester County History Center

Chester County History Center is an exceptional and unique historic  venue located in the heart of downtown West Chester, PA. Convenient to Hotel Warner, boutique shops, galleries and restaurants and minutes away from major Brandywine Valley attractions, our venue is the perfect spot to make history together! This beautiful historic building, offering many photo opportunities, was built for the YMCA in 1908, then purchased and renovated by CCHC in 1993. Your guests will also have access to the award winning museum's many galleries in Horticultural Hall, designed by Thomas Ustick Walter and built in 1849. This building has the distinction of housing the first Pennsylvania women's rights convention in 1852 among other influential historic events and performances by well-known 19th century entertainers.

Facilities and Capacity

The Banquet Hall consists of 2,600 square feet of versatile event space which will accommodate an intimate sit-down dinner for 60 guests to a cocktail reception for up to 300 guests. The outdoor terrace is an exceptional location for cocktails with beautiful glass doors opening into the atrium space. There is a wedding suite which includes two separate rooms for use by the wedding party for gathering and wedding preparation.

Services Offered:

We offer multiple wedding packages and event packages customized to our clients unique style. Also, our venue can accommodate both your wedding ceremony and reception.

Chester County History Center is a non-profit organization.

Celebrate your next chapter surrounded by history and elegance—contact the Chester County History Center today to schedule your private tour or request a custom wedding proposal.