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“On Tour: Lafayette, America’s Revolutionary Rock Star”

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Celebrate one of America’s first celebrities with Winterthur Museum’s latest exhibition commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824–25 “Farewell Tour” of the U.S. The exhibition explores Lafayette’s […]

Brandywine Museum of Art Presents …

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffman's Hill Rd, Chadds Ford

“Tell Me a Story Where the Bad Girl Wins: The Life and Art of Barbara Shermund.” The exhibition spotlights the career of one of the first women cartoonists to work […]

Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

Mar. 1–July 27, “Inked Impressions: Etchings in the Age of Whistler.” Mar. 15–Sept. 7, “Marisol to Warhol: Printmaking and Creative Collaboration.” 2301 Kentmere Pkwy., Wilmington. Wed, 10 to 4; Thurs, […]

Bird-in-Hand Stage

Bird-In-Hand Stage 2760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand

Apr. 3–Aug. 2, “The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie’s Biscuits.” Apr. 12–Oct. 18, Ryan & Friends: Lifetime of Laughter. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; […]

American Music Theatre

American Music Theatre 2425 Lincoln Hwy, E. Lancaster

Here are just a few—check the website for more: Apr. 5, Melissa Etheridge; Apr. 17, The Temptations & The Four Tops; Apr. 18, Bonnie Raitt; May 3, Stayin’ Alive: One […]

Dutch Apple Theatre

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster

Apr. 11–May 17, “Fiddler on the Roof.” May 23–June 21, “We Will Rock You” music of Queen. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.

At The Fulton

Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, Lancaster

Apr. 11–May 11, “Anastasia: The Musical.” June 13–July 20, “Cats.” 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.

Festival of Fountains at Longwood

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

Revisit nature and revel in brilliant blooms to stunning vistas from the Conservatory Overlook as you watch dancing fountains. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Thurs–Sat, 9:15 pm. $18–$25. 610-388-1000; LongwoodGardens.org.

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester

May 15, Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band; May 16–18, “Mean Girls, High School Version”; May 22, The Laugh Lounge with Heather Shaw; May 31, The Great Dubois—Master of […]

Frog Hollow Art Show

Frog Hollow Art Show 1655 Hollow Rd, Chester Springs

Presented by Diving Cat Studio Gallery, local artists exhibit creative styles in art and craft in a uniquely restored 1790s four-story mill house. 1655 Hollow Rd., Chester Springs. Fri, Preview […]

The Savoy Company Presents “The Mikado”

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

Gilbert and Sullivan’s most popular work, performed at Longwood’s Open Air Theatre, 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. 8:30 pm. $24–39, includes all-day gardens admission. LongwoodGardens.org.

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Open-Air Market in West Chester

Downtown West Chester West Chester

Four blocks of Gay Street (from Matlack to Darlington Street) are closed to vehicles so everyone can enjoy al fresco dining and shopping. Gay Street will be shut down for […]

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Phoenixville Inside Out

Downtown Phoenixville Phoenixville

Dine outside or enjoy a drink with friends, explore the boutiques and retail stores or take in a show. Road closed on 100 and 200 blocks of Bridge St. from […]

Willistown Conservation Trust Barns & BBQ

Willistown Conservation Trust 925 Providence Rd, Newtown Square

Take a glimpse into some of Chester County’s iconic barns on this self-guided tour. Morning Tour, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., $50; Evening Barn Tour with BBQ dinner, starting at […]

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Westtown Amish Market

Westtown Amish Market 1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester

1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com.

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Malvern Farmers Market

Malvern Farmers Market Warren Ave. and Roberts Rd., Malvern

Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.

Penn Park Car Show

Penn Township Park 260 Lewis Rd., West Grove

A great afternoon that includes food trucks, beer garden, family-friendly activities, music, raffle baskets and unique cars and other vehicles. Penn Township Park, 260 Lewis Rd., West Grove. Noon to […]

Great American Backyard Campout

Willows Park Preserve 490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova

Bring your camping gear and supplies and enjoy a night outside with your family. Activities include camp cooking and fire making demos, fishing, orienteering, s’mores, movie and more. Rain date, […]