Paoli Memorial Grounds & Malvern Memorial Park

07/18/2026

The fair scheduled for Saturday, July 18th, has been canceled due to the incoming inclement weather conditions. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and unwavering support throughout the week.

06/07/2026

The Chester County Concert Band performed "Remember Paoli!" by Lewis Vanderslice at our concert tonight held indoors at St. Patrick School to celebrate America250. The song was written in 1897 for the 120th anniversary of the Battle of Paoli and originally performed by the Phoenix Military Band.

04/08/2026

We were the recipients of 2 of the cannons found back in the 1870s! This is exciting news that more have been discovered.

Four Revolutionary War–era cannons, cast at historic Warwick Furnace, have been uncovered in Chester County.

The discovery took place at the Thomas P. Bentley Nature Preserve in Glenmoore, where the French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust found the massive iron cannons just below the surface.

Each cannon is more than seven feet long and weighs over 4,500 pounds. They were buried in 1777 as British forces moved toward Philadelphia, hidden to keep them out of enemy hands.

For nearly 250 years, they remained untouched in the same ground where they were made and concealed.

02/13/2026

This April 26, 2026 concert is one chance to hear the "Remember Paoli" piece that had been lost to the ages but reconstructed by the Chester County Concert Band! We're excited to hear this again soon.

Spring 2026 Concert Poster - download here: http://www.cccband.org/schedules.html

12/24/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Paoli Memorial Association Receives $325,000 DCED LSA Grant for New Heritage Center at the Paoli Battlefield
Malvern, PA — The Paoli Memorial Association (PMA) is pleased to announce that the Commonwealth Financing Authority has awarded $325,000 through the 2024 Local Share Account (LSA) program to support construction of the Paoli–Malvern Heritage Center.
The Paoli Memorial Association expresses its sincere appreciation to the leadership of Borough of Malvern for their partnership and support in submitting the application. PMA also extends its gratitude to Senator Carolyn Comitta and Rep. Kristine Howard for their advocacy on behalf of this project and their ongoing commitment to preserving and interpreting Pennsylvania’s Revolutionary War history.
The new Heritage Center will be located at the Paoli Memorial Grounds, adjacent to the Paoli Battlefield—the site of the September 20–21, 1777 “Paoli Massacre,” where 53 Continental soldiers were killed in a surprise nighttime attack. The Center will provide:
Preservation and protection of the 1817 memorial obelisk, the second-oldest Revolutionary War monument in the United States, marking the burial mound of 52 soldiers.
ADA-accessible amenities, including restroom facilities and accessible pathways for wounded warriors, veterans, school groups, and visitors with mobility needs.
Indoor interpretive exhibits and educational storytelling to enhance understanding of the battle, the Philadelphia Campaign, and the region’s Revolutionary history.
The Heritage Center will serve as a key link within Chester County’s emerging Heritage Information Network, a coordinated system of heritage centers, interpretive kiosks, and digital tools that connect visitors to Revolutionary War sites, cultural landmarks, and local business districts. In Malvern, the Heritage Center will help connect the battlefield to King Street’s revitalized commercial district and the nearby SEPTA station, strengthening heritage tourism, local spending, and community visibility.
“This investment ensures that the story of Paoli—and the sacrifice that helped shape American independence—will be preserved, interpreted, and shared,” said Frank Ortner, Vice President of the Paoli Memorial Association. “We are grateful for the Commonwealth’s support and are excited to move forward.”
The Paoli Memorial Association’s capital campaign is now underway, with the goal of completing the project in time for the 250th anniversary commemoration of the Battle of Paoli in September 2027.
To learn more about the capital campaign for the Paoli Memorial Association’s Heritage Center—and how you can participate—please visit https://paolimemorialassociation.org/

Paoli Memorial Association
Hugo Schmitt, Board Member
[email protected]

12/18/2025

Thank you, Senator Comitta and Representative Howard!

As we gear up to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary, residents and visitors will be exploring the various cultural and historical sites across Chester County to better connect with our rich and storied past.

That’s why I was glad to work with Rep. Lawrence for funding for the Oxford Area Historical Association's building and with Rep. Kristine Howard for funding toward the Heritage Center at the Paoli Memorial Grounds & Malvern Memorial Park.

Together, we are investing in our historical sites, learning from our past, and charting a strong path forward in Chester County.

12/08/2025

https://www.facebook.com/events/1389628102763039?active_tab=about

Join us on Wednesday, December 10 at 7:30 PM at Malvern Borough Hall for a special community meeting hosted by the Paoli Memorial Association (PMA)!

We’ll be unveiling plans for the new Heritage Center, scheduled to open in 2026 in celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary. Come see the proposed location, interior layout, and interactive touch-screen kiosk—and share your ideas! This project is being built for the community, and we want to hear from you.

Bring your neighbors and friends!
🎁 Everyone in attendance will be entered to win a special prize.

We look forward to seeing you there.
— PMA Board

12/02/2025

It's Giving Tuesday!
We are building a Heritage Center to house our 1817 Monument and to create a welcome center on our private land for the Paoli Battlefield. We need your help, and today is a great day to start!
If you can't donate today, please share this post and spread the word!
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-paoli-memorial-association-heritage-center