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East Goshen, PA

East Goshen is a township in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 18,026 at the 2010 census. 

The ten square miles of land that is now the township of East Goshen was part of a larger tract purchased from William Penn in Wales in September 1681. Settlers, finding the land beautiful and productive, named the area Goshenville, or "the Land of Goshen."

The blacksmith shop located on North Chester Road was built in 1699. It was here in the early years that wagon wheels were re-rimmed, farm implements repaired, and horses shod. As part of East Goshen's tricentennial in 1982, the blacksmith shop was renovated and restored.

East Goshen Township was incorporated in 1817 when Goshen was divided, forming East and West Goshen townships.

The Goshenville Historic District, Goodwin Acres, and Ellis Williams House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 10.2 square miles (26 km2), of which 10.1 square miles (26 km2) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km2), or 0.30%, is water. The township is within the Brandywine Creek watershed. The township's border with its neighbor West Goshen is Airport Road, next to the Brandywine Airport.

The Township is governed by a five-person Board of Supervisors. Supervisors are elected to six-year terms. The Board of Supervisors appoints the Township Manager, who is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Township. In addition, various volunteer advisory authorities, boards, and commissions (ABCs), such as the Park & Recreation Commission, the Planning Commission, the Commerce Commission, the Historical Commission, and the Conservancy Board, provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

The township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Chester County Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Power Train Sports and Fitness is focused on individual achievement through personalized, results-driven sports performance and fitness Boot Camps. Planet Fitness provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. For a holistic approach, visit Natural Paths to Wellness for integrative health services. Be & Breath Yoga offers a range of yoga classes suited for all levels. Enjoy a rejuvenating massage at Body & Sole Reflexology and Spa.

Top sites in East Goshen, PA include Marsh Creek State Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park, and Chester Valley Golf Club.

Population: 18,207 (2018). Elevation: 469 feet (143 m). Area: 10.3 square miles (26.6 km²). ZIP Code: 19383. Area Code: 610, 484. 

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How did East Goshen, PA get its name?

The Welsh Quakers who settled in the area named their village Goshenville after Goshen in the Bible. Founded in 1704, Goshenville became a self-sufficient agricultural and spiritual community that supported their own Friends Meeting House, Grange, blacksmith shop, gristmill, sawmill, wheelwright shop, general store, post office and schoolhouse. Goshenville played an important role in the Revolutionary War. On September 16, 1777, General Sir William Howe ordered Generals Cornwallis and Knyphausen with 10,000 British and Hessian soldiers to march to the upper fords on the Schuylkill River to cross and attack Philadelphia.

What is the history of East Goshen, PA?

The ten square miles of land that is now the township of East Goshen was part of a larger tract purchased from William Penn in Wales in September 1681. Settlers, finding the land beautiful and productive, named the area Goshenville, or "the Land of Goshen." East Goshen Township was incorporated in 1817 when Goshen was divided, forming East and West Goshen townships.

Is East Goshen, PA a good place to live?

East Goshen Township is in Chester County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in East Goshen Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In East Goshen Township there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in East Goshen Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in East Goshen Township are highly rated.

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East Goshen Township

Wikipedia

East Goshen Historic District

Niche

Marsh Creek State Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park

Chester Valley Golf Club

Chester County Hospital

Power Train Sports and Fitness

Planet Fitness

Natural Paths to Wellness

Be & Breath Yoga

Body & Sole Reflexology and Spa

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