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Join Dr. Walt Cressler WCU paleobotanist and science librarian, and local historian, as he guides us in exploring the geological origins of Rose Valley's tranquil landscape.

Stan Bowman, Electric Railway Historian will describe the trolley lines that served the Media, Rose Valley and Swarthmore environs.

James Tevebaugh, AIA, President, Friends of the Furness Railroad District, will discuss Frank Furness and his designs as a model for the transition from Victorian to Modern design in the Industrial Era.

Norman Glass, local historian, will describe the comings and goings along the Minquas Trail and its contribution to life of the 17th century in southeastern Pennsylvania.

George B. Bryant, Historian & Retired Architect, will present an illustrated introduction to the work of artist Henry Holiday and his stained glass windows designed for the United States.

Sara MacDonald, former Director for Public Services for the University of Arts Libraries, will discuss Stratton's life as a painter, teacher and traveler. Specific attention will be paid to his 1924-25 pastels of the indigenous Egyptian people.

Sara MacDonald, former Director for Public Services for the University of Arts Libraries, will discuss Stratton's life as a painter, teacher and traveler. Specific attention will be paid to his 1924-25 pastels of the indigenous Egyptian people.

Harold Finigan, Historic Preservationist and Educator, will discuss how the people of Delaware County worked against the immoral nature of slavery.

The Rose Valley Museum is very excited to host a presentation by Chief Adam Waterbear DePaul, M.Ed., about the past and present Lenape people. the Lenape culture and their assimilation following Dutch, Swede, and English settlements.