Historical Commission
The East Coventry Township Historical Commission was established by Ordinance No. 79 adopted April 04, 1994, within which you may find a list of the powers and duties of the Historical Commission. On August 11, 2008, the Historical Commission membership was changed by Ordinance No. 147 to consist of not less than five (5) nor more than fifteen (15) members and are appointed by the Board of Supervisors for three-year terms. The Historical Commission meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Building.
MEMBERS
| Catherine Subick (Chair) | Term: 01/01/24 - 12/31/26 |
| Larry Tietjen (Vice Chair) | Term: 01/01/24 - 12/31/25 |
| Peter Price (Secretary) | Term: 01/01/24 - 12/31/26 |
| Jeffrey Stevenson | Term: 01/01/23 - 12/31/25 |
| Katie Dinneen | Term: 02/12/24 - 12/31/25 |
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Meaghan Wright Riannon Walsh |
Term: 10/14/24 - 12/31/27 Term: 11/11/24 - 12/31/27 |
Period maps are a great resource for learning more about your historic property. Links to six historic maps of Chester County and East Coventry Township are now available for viewing on the township website under the Historical Commission tab. These maps date from 1820 to 1883. The earliest maps cover all of Chester County and show mostly major roads and geographical features while the later maps cover only the township and show major buildings and land ownership information. Most maps are available for free download. Click Here for Historic Maps of Chester County.
Volunteers Welcome
The Historical Commission is seeking volunteers for the Oral History Committee. Although much of our history comes from research of various historical archives such as government records and newspapers, oral histories make our records come alive! Oral histories record local residents’ memories of everyday family life and special events. The East Coventry Historical Commission is seeking volunteers for the Oral History Committee to volunteer to assist in recording oral histories.
If you are interested in volunteering for the Historical Committee or wish further information, call the Township Office at (610) 495-5443.