Emmaus, Borough in Lehigh County, United States.
Located in eastern Pennsylvania, Emmaus spans 2.9 square miles of land with tree-lined streets and a central downtown district at 132 meters elevation.
The settlement originated in 1759 as a Moravian religious community named Salzburg before changing its name to Emmaus in 1761 for biblical significance.
The borough maintains three structures from the 18th and 19th centuries on the National Register of Historic Places, including the 1734 Shelter House.
The East Penn School District serves the community with multiple elementary schools, two middle schools, and a high school within borough limits.
Iron ore discovery in the 19th century led to industrial growth through the Donaldson Iron Company, established in 1850, transforming the local economy.
Location: Lehigh County
Inception: 1759
Elevation above the sea: 132 m
Website: http://borough.emmaus.pa.us
GPS coordinates: 40.53690,-75.49580
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:48
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