Dark History PA

12/05/2025

Fantastic book, by an unparalleled writer. A must-read!

Advance copies of "Killer in the House" arrived at the office!

This book is a meticulously researched account reconstructing one of the Philadelphia suburbs’ most shocking 20th-century crimes.

Pre-Order Now: https://tinyurl.com/bdbn4rw7

10/04/2025

Darksome Art and Craft Market opens at 11! Tons of amazing vendors already loaded in!

10/03/2025

The weather will be great!

09/29/2025

This is a fantastic event! I'll be a vendor with my books, but there are tons of great artists who will also be there, plus it supports the historic Mount Moriah Cemetery. Hope to see you there!

05/27/2025

Great news! "Dark History of Penn's Woods: Murder, Madness, and Misadventure in Southeastern Pennsylvania" is now an audiobook narrated by Holly Adams!

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05/18/2025

05/18/2025

Did you know that "Dark History of Penn's Woods: Murder, Madness, and Misadventure in Southeastern Pennsylvania" is getting an audiobook version? It's available for pre-order now!

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04/14/2025

There are several of these programs going on around Chester County. Put on your true crime detective hat!

Due to the overwhelming response to our True Crime on Trial events, we've partnered with Bistro on Bridge to bring the program to Phoenixville!

True Crime on Trial takes a deep dive into one of Chester County's most controversial cases, utilizing trial transcripts, newspaper reports, and evidence from the crime scene. Starting at 6:00pm, attendees can order craft beer, cocktails, and delicious bites from the regular menu (not included in ticket.) Historians from the staff of CCHC will present the evidence and give you, the audience, a chance to reach a verdict. At the end, we'll tell you how the case actually turned out.

Tickets are $20.00, which supports the ongoing mission of the Chester County History Center. For information and to purchase tickets: https://buytickets.at/chestercountyhistorycenter/1666078

04/09/2025

A great podcast featuring a story local-ish to PA!

02/06/2025

Did you know that "ghost insurance" was a real thing? "Essentially an interesting take on a hybrid of life insurance and disability insurance, Spooksafe insurance is a type of policy designed to protect victims of attacks by the paranormal, including ghosts and poltergeists, as well as by popular folklore beasts like werewolves and vampires. Just like any other type of injury or disability, those inflicted by the paranormal or other monstrous threats could be just as painful and costly—if not more so.

Spooksafe insurance is designed for individuals who take paranormal and folklore dangers seriously, but also for those who don’t. Policies are bought by individuals who have sufficient evidence to believe their home or business is suffering from a haunting, and also by those who want a gag gift for themselves or a friend or family member. Regardless of the reason it’s purchased, Spooksafe insurance WILL pay out for a successful claim."

Worried about hauntings by ghosts/poltergeists, or werewolf or vampire attacks? There's an insurance policy for that. We'll find out what it's all about.