1865 studios

09/26/2026

Due to today’s weather, the Delaware Historical Society Community Preservation Lab event scheduled for today, September 26, has been canceled.

We’re disappointed that we won’t be able to gather with you today, but everyone’s safety comes first. We’ll share additional information if a new date is scheduled.

Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe!

08/05/2026

Every family has a story worth preserving.

Tucked away in boxes, albums, drawers, and attics are photographs, letters, military medals, recipes, and keepsakes that tell the story of the people who came before us. These aren’t just old objects. They’re pieces of your family’s legacy.

This Saturday, I’m honored to be partnering with Delaware Historical Society to help families preserve the stories that matter most through the Delaware Community Preservation Lab in Cheswold.

Bring your family photographs, documents, and treasured heirlooms, and we’ll help you create free digital copies while sharing practical ways to preserve the originals for generations to come.

Whether it’s your grandparents’ wedding photo, a parent’s military medals, or handwritten letters that have been in your family for decades, this is a wonderful opportunity to ensure those memories aren’t lost to time.

📅 Saturday, August 8
🕐 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Cheswold Volunteer Fire Company
💙 Free to attend

I hope you’ll join us and bring a piece of your family’s history to share.

Your history deserves more than a box in the attic. It deserves a future.

Tag someone who has a box of old family photos they’ve been meaning to organize. This is the perfect opportunity to start preserving those memories.

08/03/2026

Get Carded at Oxford’s First Friday! 📚

Stop by this Friday, August 7, and sign up for your FREE Oxford Library card while you’re enjoying First Friday in downtown Oxford.

A library card gives you access to books, digital resources, community programs, learning opportunities, and so much more. It only takes a few minutes to sign up, and it opens the door to everything your local library has to offer.

Come see us, get connected, and Get Carded!

Your library card says something simple and powerful: you belong here.

At the Oxford Library, our purpose is to make everyone who comes through the door feel like they matter.

A library card gives you access to books, technology, resources, programs, and people who are ready to help.

It also helps the Library grow stronger for the whole community.

Don't have your card yet? Stop by the library and sign up or visit our tent on First Friday and Get Carded, Oxford!

07/21/2026

A little love for the littles!

These young guns were a blast to watch and capture. We’re always looking for opportunities to support local sports. If you have a sports event on the horizon, let’s connect!

07/09/2026

Cellying because hockey season is getting closer. Cannot wait to join the Jr. Blue Hens again at their Welcome Back event this September. Catch us there as we catch the action!

06/20/2026

Happy Juneteenth!
Dave Slaughter

06/20/2026

As we reflect on Juneteenth this weekend, I’m reminded of the power of freedom, opportunity, and the stories that shape who we are.

On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, the last enslaved African Americans in Texas learned of their freedom. Juneteenth stands as both a celebration of freedom and a reminder that progress often requires persistence, courage, and action.

At 1865 studios, this date carries special meaning. Our name is rooted in the year 1865, a pivotal moment in American history that marked the end of slavery and the beginning of new possibilities for millions of people. It serves as a constant reminder that every person has a story worth telling, a voice worth hearing, and a future worth investing in.

As I continue building 1865 studios and helping create pathways for the next generation through mentorship, creative education, and storytelling, I’m grateful for the opportunity to help people share their stories, preserve their legacies, and be seen for who they truly are.

This weekend, I hope you’ll join me in honoring the resilience, contributions, and achievements of Black Americans throughout our nation’s history, while reflecting on the work that continues to build stronger communities and greater opportunity for all.

Happy Juneteenth.

04/09/2026

🚨 Tomorrow only 🚨

Free headshots for first responders
• a few open spots for anyone who wants to update their look

If you’ve been putting it off… this is your sign.

Quick, professional, done right.

Spots are limited → 1865studios.com

03/25/2026

We’re partnering up with our awesome, local first responders from for a professional headshots! Join us on Friday, April 10 from 11:30am-4:00pm for your very own Brand Refresh Session! Everyone is welcome and headshots for first responders are free! Sign up at https://1865studios.com today - spots are filling up!

03/13/2026

Had a great time hanging out with davemattockmusic and bvalleysymphony for a podcast session at The Mattock School of Music! Two great organizations helping strengthen community and culture in Southern Chester County.