America 250

America 250

Whats Happening in West Bradford Township for America 250? 

This year is our Country’s 250 Anniversary. Recognizing that, and in celebration thereof, West Bradford and The Friends of Martin’s Tavern have planned upcoming events and initiatives.  Please join us as we celebrate our country's 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Keep Chester County Beautiful - Affiliated with Chester County's program and endorsed by Chester County 250, join West Bradford Litter Lifters to clean up our West Bradford roadways.  Check the calendar on this page for dates

July 19, 2026, 1:00 PM - A most Patriotic Celebration in Marshallton. Start at Bradford Meeting with “Dare to Declare,” a reading of the Declaration of Independence. Then walk over to the Marshallton Blacksmith Shop for Eugene Hough's “Heritage Flag Ceremony” which teaches the history and respect for the Flag, our Country and Ourselves. Finish the day with a walk to Martin's Tavern/Humphry Marshall Historical Park for the Friends of Martin's Tavern annual ice-cream social. 

Arbor Day Tree Planting- Shadyside Park, Marshallton Village, highlighted at Embreeville Park by the planting of the germinated seeds from Humphry Marshall's 300 celebration. 

Trimbleville Town Tour- summer 2027- West Bradford Historical Commission and Friends of Martin's Tavern host the 250 anniversary of the British incursion into West Bradford on the way to Birmingham at the Battle of the Brandywine. 

Meet Joseph Plumb Martin, a reenactment- Joseph Plumb Martin's narrative of his adventures, dangers and sufferings of a Revolutionary War Soldier is considered one of the most significant primary history sources of that time. Share with us his incredible story of his stay at our own Martin's Tavern. Event date to be posted. 

For continued updates visit our websites- westbradford.org or friendsofmartinstavern.org