Collegeville, Borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, US
Collegeville is a small borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania that spreads along Perkiomen Creek. Tree-lined residential streets, local businesses on Main Street, and the Ursinus College campus define the layout of this quiet community.
This area was part of William Penn's original land purchase in 1684 when Pennsylvania was first being settled. The Perkiomen Bridge arrived in 1799, built through a lottery system that helped connect communities across the creek.
Ursinus College shapes the character of this place with its campus buildings and student life visible throughout the streets. The college creates an intellectual atmosphere that influences how the community develops and interacts.
Main Street is where to find local restaurants and shops for dining and shopping needs. Walking through the residential areas and campus grounds is easy, though parking in some areas can be limited during school events.
The name comes from Pennsylvania Female College rather than Ursinus College, which surprises many visitors. This naming decision was formalized in 1868 when the train station needed an official name.
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