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Discovering Chestnut Hill: “Train Stations of Chestnut Hill West”

April 20 | 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

“Train Stations of Chestnut Hill West” a self-guided walk to Chestnut Hill West, Highland, and St. Martins

Date: Saturday, April 20, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM (the rain date is Saturday, April 27)
Location: Train stations at Chestnut Hill West (9 West Evergreen Avenue), Highland (8412 Seminole Avenue at Highland Avenue), and St. Martins (311 West Springfield Avenue) in Chestnut Hill
Registration: Click HERE
Admission: Registration is free, but all donations will be contributed to the Save the Train campaign.

Join the Conservancy for Discovering Chestnut Hill: “Train Stations of Chestnut Hill West,” a self-guided walk delving into the rich history and current stewardship of three stops along the Chestnut Hill West line.

Immerse yourself in the past and present as you visit Chestnut Hill West, Highland, and St. Martins train stations. Engage with knowledgeable docents stationed at each location, offering insights into the historical significance of the station, along with its current stewardship and landscape.

Volunteers from the Save the Train coalition will also be present at the Chestnut Hill West station, providing valuable information on the importance of increasing ridership of public transportation.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore Chestnut Hill’s railway legacy while supporting the crucial efforts of the Save the Train campaign. We look forward to welcoming you!

While registration is free, all donations will be contributed to the Save the Train campaign.

The rain date for this program is Saturday, April 27. 

If you would like to submit any questions in advance, please email Conservancy Programs and Communications Manager Chrissy Clawson at chrissy@chconservancy.org.

In addition to our generous sponsors and supportive businesses and members, the Discovering Chestnut Hill tour and lecture series is sponsored by event sponsor John B. Ward & Co. Arborists and supporting sponsor Cawley Masonry.

Details

Date:
April 20
Time:
1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Website:
https://chconservancy.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/chconservancy/event.jsp?event=685&

Venue

Train stations at Chestnut Hill West (9 West Evergreen Avenue), Highland (8412 Seminole Avenue at Highland Avenue), and St. Martins (311 West Springfield Avenue) in Chestnut Hill

Organizer

Chestnut Hill Conservancy
Phone
215-247-9329
Email
programs@chconservancy.org