Princeton, city in Collin County, Texas, United States
Princeton is a city in Collin County in northeastern Texas that has grown rapidly and attracts new residents each year. It has over 37,000 residents and sits along U.S. Route 380, about 30 miles northeast of Dallas.
Princeton was founded in the late 1870s by T.B. Wilson and his brother George, who were among the first to farm the land. The town received a post office in 1888 and was named after Prince Dowlin, a landowner who helped promote the region.
Princeton is known locally for its annual Onion Festival in April, which celebrates the town's farming heritage through music, food, and community activities. The event draws families and shows how residents maintain their connection to the area's agricultural traditions.
Princeton sits between McKinney and Greenville on U.S. Route 380, making it easy to travel to nearby towns. Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is about 38 miles away, with Collin County Regional Airport offering a closer option for travelers.
During World War II, Princeton was one of a few Texas towns that housed a prisoner of war camp, where inmates helped improve the public park and other community projects. This remarkable history shows how the town contributed to the war effort in a unique way.
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