Phoenixville, Historic borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania
The borough occupies 3.72 square miles at the junction of French Creek and the Schuylkill River, 28 miles northwest of Philadelphia.
Originally named Manavon in 1732, the area transformed into an industrial center when Benjamin Longstreth established the French Creek Nail Works in 1790.
The Colonial Theatre from 1903 hosts regular film screenings and maintains its position as a central entertainment venue in the Pennsylvania region.
The Historical Society of Phoenixville Area museum opens on Wednesdays, Fridays, and first Sundays, displaying local artifacts and industrial heritage collections.
The annual Firebird Festival in December features the burning of a large wooden phoenix sculpture, representing the town's continuous regeneration since 2004.
Location: Chester County
Inception: 1732
Website: https://phoenixville.org
GPS coordinates: 40.13083,-75.51917
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:30
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