The Dearden House is a living tribute to William Dearden '40, a man who exemplfied Milton S. Hershey's vision for the students of Hershey Industrial School, now known as Milton Hershey School.

More than a building dedicated to the great works of one man, the Dearden House serves a more noble legacy. Through each phase of its planned development, the Dearden House will play an active part in the lives of alumni, the local community and the very people for whom Mr. Hershey built his school—the children.

As an ever-changing and vibrant meeting place, historical location and conference center, the Dearden House will touch the lives of people of all ages and from all walks of life.