Chadds Ford
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BGA&F Named a 2025 Top Workplace by ‘The Philadelphia Inquirer’
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F), a full-service accounting firm with offices in Media, Delaware County, and Chadds Ford, Chester County, has once again been recognized by The Philadelphia Inquirer as one of the region’s Top Workplaces for 2025. This year, BGA&F ranked 36th out of 72 companies in the small business category (organizations with fewer than 149…
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An N.C. Wyeth Painting Used in 1929 Good Housekeeping Story Auctioned to Help Chadds Ford Church
An N.C. Wyeth painting used as an illustration for a 1929 Good Housekeeping story was auctioned June 8. Funds raised from the sale will help renovate the Chadds Ford church where it hung, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The winning bid has not yet been announced, but it was estimated the painting…
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First Bank House of the Week: Contemporary Cape Cod in Chadds Ford
A stunning contemporary Cape Cod home at 3 Hickory Lane on 3.31 beautiful acres with five bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Chadds Ford. This serene residence blends sophisticated design with peaceful privacy. Impeccably updated and thoughtfully maintained, its sun-filled layout is enhanced by beautiful natural views and expertly…
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Unexpected Federal Grant Aids Chadds Ford Joseph Davis House Preservation
Amidst a freezing of federal funds, one grant from the National Park Service came through for the Joseph Davis House, a historic property in Chadds Ford where artist N.C. Wyeth once lived and worked. On Tuesday, the National Park Service announced a $1.8 million grant for the 16-acre site where part of the 1777 Battle…
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A Historic Farmhouse in Chadds Ford Also Offers Modern Comfort
Springdale Farm in Chadds Ford offers a mix of history and modern amenities and it can be yours for $2.5 million, writes Jon Dykstra for MSN. The estate covers 11.67 acres and includes a farmhouse originally built in 1720. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom property includes a main limestone house, a guest cottage, and multiple outbuildings, including…
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Delaware County Wineries Beckon With the Promise of Spring
Spring is nearly upon us and even if the weather hasn’t found us yet, it’s a good time to add Delaware County wineries to your day trip plans, writes Michele Edington for Main Line Tonight. Here in Delaware County, there are two you can explore. The estate for Penns Woods Winery in Chadds Ford offers…
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Chadds Ford Is Home to a Headquarters of George Washington
Chadds Ford was an ideal place back on Sept. 9, 1777, for Gen. George Washington’s Headquarters as his Continental Army plotted to attack the British army, writes Troy Grubb in Pennsylvania Heritage. The town, then known as Chads Ford, was on the Great Nottingham Road, (U.S. Route 1) and along the banks of the Brandywine…
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Study Shows How Chadds Ford Floodwaters Can Be Reduced
When Hurricane Ida hit three years ago, the Brandywine watershed saw its worse flooding in 200 years. Chadds Ford floodwaters in the Brandywine Creek reached 20 feet. The floods displaced hundreds of residents, leaving behind $6 million in damage to the Brandywine River Museum and shutting down a local favorite, Hank’s Place, now rebuilt. A…
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Eagles Hall of Famer Bill Bergey of Chadds Ford Remembered
Former Philadelphia Eagles middle linebacker Bill Bergey, a Chadds Ford resident, has died at age 79 after a three-year battle with cancer, writes Diamond Leung for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Bergey’s death on Wednesday, Dec. 25, was announced by the Philadelphia Eagles and confirmed by Bergey’s son, Jake, writing on X. Bill Bergey was an…
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Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz Hosts Annual Firm Training Featuring World Series Champion Ryan Lavarnway
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F) recently held its annual firm training at The Drexelbrook, featuring keynote speaker Ryan Lavarnway, who was flown in from Denver, Colorado, to inspire the team. Lavarnway, a retired Boston Red Sox catcher, World Series Champion, and two-time Olympian, delivered an engaging talk titled “Unleashing Potential: How Embracing the ‘Why…
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Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz LLC Announces Merger with William E. Howe & Co.
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz LLC (BGA&F), a full-service accounting and advisory firm, has announced its merger with William E. Howe & Co., effective December 2, 2024. This merger brings together two highly respected firms based in Delaware County. William E. Howe & Co. has served the Delaware County community for over 100 years, building…
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L.L. Bean’s Granddaughter Auctions Chadds Ford Wyeth Paintings
A collection of Wyeth paintings valued at $3 million were auctioned Tuesday, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The paintings were owned by L.L. Bean’s granddaughter. There are works by three generations of the Wyeth family—N.C., Andrew, Jamie, and others. Linda L. Bean discovered the Wyeths after finding a book of N.C. Wyeth’s letters…
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Wyeth Miniatures Added to Holiday Displays at Chadds Ford’s Brandywine River Museum
Something new has been added to this year’s holiday displays at the Brandywine River Museum in Chadds Ford—Wyeth miniatures, reports Tim Furlong for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The Wonderful World of Wyeth Miniatures will include a train set originally purchased by Jamie Wyeth and his good friend, Andy Warhol. It will also showcase a dollhouse and…
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In Addition to Painting His Portrait, Chadds Ford’s Andrew Wyeth Gifted a Watercolor to President Eisenhower
During his visit to Gettysburg to paint the portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower, renowned Chadds Ford artist Andrew Wyeth also created a watercolor-on-paper landscape that he gifted to the president, writes Michael Birkner for the Philadelphia Heritage. The painting depicts an old sycamore at the Eisenhower farm, with the president’s house seen in the background.…
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N.C. Wyeth’s Former Needham Home Is Now Up for Sale
The former home of NC Wyeth, the renowned Chadds Ford painter and illustrator and father of painter Andrew Wyeth, is on the market in Needham, Massachusetts, where he lived prior to moving to Chester County, writes Madeline Bilis for BOSTON.com. Wyeth was born in the house adjacent to the property for sale. He left Needham…
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Chaddsford Winery Sold to Family with Commitment to Continue Its Legacy
After a highly strategic and thoughtful process, Chaddsford Winery has been sold to the Vinton family, owners of the New Jersey-based White Horse Winery. The Vinton family is the perfect fit with their deep ties to the Brandywine community and a commitment to elevating Mid-Atlantic wines. As such, Chaddsford’s four decades-long legacy will continue while benefiting from…
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First Bank House of the Week: Gorgeous Chadds Ford Colonial for Sale
A gorgeous colonial home on 2.12 attractive acres with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Chadds Ford. This lovely residence boasts a completely remodeled exterior with James HardiePlank siding and a two-tiered deck and features a great open floor plan. It welcomes you with a two-story foyer with…
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Phillies 3 Millionth Fan at Citizens Park Was a Family From Chadds Ford
For the second season in a row, the Philadelphia Phillies’ have had more than 3 million fans show up at Citizens Bank Park. This year’s 3 millionth fan was a family—the Spitkos from Chadds Ford, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. The family was greeted by a flock of balloons and confetti when they walked…
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