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History Of Delaware Valley University Explored In Exhibit

The Doylestown Historical Society exhibit explores Doylestown Agriculture and Delaware Valley University's shared history.

The Borough of Doylestown grew as Delaware Valley University grew.
The Borough of Doylestown grew as Delaware Valley University grew. (Delaware Valley University)

DOYLESTOWN, PA — As part of Delaware Valley University's 125th anniversary, the institution is partnering with the Doylestown Historical Society on an exhibit titled, “The Doylestown Historical Society and Delaware Valley University: 125 Years of Experiential Learning and Doylestown Agriculture, 1896 to 2021.”

The exhibit is now open and runs through Jan. 29, 2022.

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The collaborative exhibit features the University’s growth and expansion from the National Farm School to a college and then, to a university. The exhibit examines the University’s relationship to Doylestown and how the school fits into local history. Guests will be able to view artifacts, rare photos, and chronological information on the growth of the university, and explore DelVal’s connections to Doylestown. In support of the exhibit, is a newly researched tour of the Historic Shaw District and the Agricultural Works.

“We’re pleased to partner with the Doylestown Historical Society on this exhibit, which celebrates both Doylestown’s history and the history of DelVal,” said DelVal Interim President Dr. Benjamin E. Rusiloski. “We’re fortunate at DelVal to be a part of the surrounding Bucks County community and, to be able to partner with cultural organizations like the Doylestown Historical Society.”

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Staff from the University library teamed up with the Doylestown Historical Society to help create the exhibit. Library staff played a key role in the process by going through the University’s archives and pulling interesting information and items to share with the community.

To learn more, visit doylestownhistorical.org/exhibits.

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