Books on Local History

By George Conn, Eric Gerst, Christopher Driscoll & Doug Humes (2010)

A history of the Bartram Bridge from 1860-2010, with photos, artwork, and personal reminiscences.

Buy at Amazon. Also available at our gift shop. Email info@nshistory.org for more information.

By Newtown Square Historical Preservation Society (1999)

A short history of the Township, and a self-guided driving tour to the 60+ sites marked by historic markers.

Available for sale at gift shop. Email info@nshistory.org for more information.

By Thomas J. DiFilippo (2007)

Charles E. Ellis started a College for Fatherless Girls in Newtown Square in 1923.

By Alice Lindborg & Newtown Square Historical Preservation Society (1984)

This 1984 history of the Township (400 pages) was published in connection with the township’s 300th anniversary celebration in 1981. While currently out of print, it is available from time to time on Amazon and eBay. NSHS also periodically has copies available. Email info@nshistory.org for more information.

By Christopher Driscoll & Janice Elston (2009)

Old photos side by side with new photo of Newtown Square locations.

This book can be found online at Google Books, and is also available for sale at our gift shop. Email info@nshistory.org for more information.