Chester County, County district in southeastern Pennsylvania, United States.
Chester County spans 759 square miles of rolling hills, fertile valleys, and numerous creeks including the Octoraro and Brandywine waterways.
William Penn established Chester County in 1682, making it one of Pennsylvania's three original counties with its first seat in the City of Chester.
Each municipality within Chester County maintains its own traditions through seasonal markets, agricultural fairs, and community gatherings throughout the year.
West Chester serves as the county seat, hosting government offices, educational institutions, and numerous business centers for administrative services.
The southern region of Chester County produces over 50 percent of all mushrooms grown in the United States.
Location: Pennsylvania
Inception: 1682
Capital city: West Chester
Shares border with: Berks County, Montgomery County, Delaware County, New Castle County, Cecil County, Lancaster County
Website: http://chesco.org
GPS coordinates: 39.97000,-75.75000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:36
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