Barnard Station

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Barnard Station's logo was designed by illustrator Ann Bedrick. Click here to learn more about Ann.

You can help by making a donation towards the establishment of the Heritage Center. Friends of Barnard Station is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN: 85-3760396.

Barnard Station - Home of Eusebius and Sarah Barnard

This historic farm in rural Chester County, Pennsylvania was once the home of Eusebius and Sarah Barnard in the 1800s. As Quakers they upheld the ideals of simplicity, truth, equality, and community. As abolitionists, the Barnard family opened their home to freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Eusebius Barnard, a progressive community leader, was involved in the founding of Longwood Progressive Meeting as well as a signer of the petition for the formation of Pocopson Township.

Friends of Barnard Station is excited to begin the journey of creating a new Heritage Center at the Barnard House. This Heritage Center, while preserving the integrity of the house, will focus on the abolitionist movement and local history. Our goal is to foster a greater appreciation of the role Pocopson Township played in American History. It is a story of heroism in a time of national strife.

UPDATE - 2026 Open House Schedule
The 2026 open house schedule will be posted in the Spring.

UPDATE - 2026 Planned Projects
Significant work is planned for 2026. These are already underway with most to be completed before the May open house. For details on restoration work click 2026 Projects Completed.
1. Repair plaster in Gathering Room (funded by PHMC Grant and donations)
2. Complete molding in Kitchen, Dining Room and Hall
3. Apply fiber mesh to walls in Kitchen and Dining Room to protect plaster
4. Paint Kitchen, Dining Room and Hall
5. Apply primer coat to Gathering Room
6. Refinish floors in Kitchen, Dining Room, Parlor and Hall