Downingtown

Named for 18th-century English immigrant and prominent mill owner Thomas Downing, this Chester County borough terms itself the “Good Neighbor Community,” setting out the welcome mat to new and expanding businesses. Against a backdrop of housing affordability, 120 acres of parks and trails, plus a healthy balance of neighborhood parades, festivals and carnivals, three residential/commercial development projects are either underway or upcoming.

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Downingtown Articles

	Green Awards 2013: Marc J. Lieberman Lieberman's Forever Stone recycled granite waste business is a 100-percent LEED contributing organization dedicated to green building wherever possible. By J.F. Pirro
	Victory Brewing Company’s White Monkey and Verdad Restaurant and Tequila Bar's Shrimp-Scallop Trio There's nothing subtle about either of these gems. Chef Nick Farina's shrimp in scallop purée offers bold flavor punched up by agave nectar, and Victory Brewing Company drops a heavy hitter in... By Amy Strauss
	Competitive Cheesesteak, Wing and Hot Dog Eating on the Main Line With Wingbowl, Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest and Chickie & Pete’s World Cheesesteak Eating Championship winners right in our own backyards, we couldn’t resist digging into their secrets. By J. F. Pirro

Downingtown Events

• Garden Package
  

  Slap on a wide-brimmed hat, slip on comfortable walking shoes and head to Wayne to revel in the spring grandeur of Chanticleer and it’s...

• SPY: The Secret World of Espionage
  

  Forget what you think you know about spies, and learn the real tricks of the trade! Experience firsthand the incredible technologies and real...

• Artists' Studios Tour
  

  Discover fascinating studio spaces where three generations of Wyeth artists have painted. A...

• Pride and Prejudice
  

  The five Bennet sisters have an overzealous matchmaking mother determined to find good husbands for her daughters, especially the two oldest,...

• Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm Tour
  

  Delve into the world of Andrew Wyeth with visits to two of his most significant Chadds Ford...

• Doreen Taylor LIVE
  

  For one special night only, please join award winning singer/songwriter and international recording artist, Doreen Taylor as she kicks off her...

• Volunteers' Antiques Show Preview Party
  

  A preview of the Brandywine River Museum's 41st annual Antiques Show with cocktails, hors...

• 41st Annual Antiques Show
  

  Outstanding antiques from across the nation are featured at the Brandywine River Museum...

• Breakfast and lecture
  

  Take a tour of the Which Way the Wind Blows: Antique Americans Weathervanes exhibition...

• Which Way the Wind Blows: Antique American Weathervanes
  

  Functional and artistic, weathervanes roosted over American buildings both humble and high...