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Towamencin, PA

Towamencin Township is a home rule township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 17,578 at the 2010 census. It is part of the North Penn School District and the North Penn Valley region that is centered around the borough of Lansdale. 

Towamencin has residential neighborhoods, historic farmhouses, recreational facilities, many schools, and open spaces. The community is a mix of residential, commercial, and rural development. The Township is centrally located within Montgomery County with easy access to the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s Northeast Extension.

The name Towamencin is of Native American origin, although there exists some disagreement about the name's history. Some early sources, such as the 1850 United States Census, record the township's name as "Towamensing." The Towamensing name appears on local tax records as late as 1922, although the 1920 census records the township with the modern spelling of Towamencin. According to History of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Volume II, both the Towamensing and Towamencin spellings were in use circa 1884. The same source cites Towamensing as the original spelling but notes that the Towamencin spelling was in use for government records in Norristown. It is unclear when the modern spelling of Towamencin was universally adopted.

The name "Towamensing" is Lenape in origin and means either "the place of feeding cattle" "pasture land," or "a fording place at the falls". However, an alternative source claims that, while the name Towamencin is of Native American origin, it instead means "poplar tree."

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 9.7 square miles (25.1 km2), all land. It is drained via Skippack Creek into the Perkiomen Creek and Schuylkill River. Its villages include Inglewood, Kulpsville, and Oak Park (also in Hatfield Township.)

Towamencin, PA places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. More than 78 Years of Care, Suburban Community Hospital has been delivering quality healthcare to Montgomery County and the surrounding region since 1944. Whole Body Yoga Studio offers a wide variety of yoga classes, designed to engage all levels of practice. For outdoor enthusiasts, Fischer's Park provides scenic trails perfect for walking, jogging, or enjoying a family picnic. Planet Fitness provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Jefferson Lansdale Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Those looking to relax can visit Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa for rejuvenating massages and skincare treatments. The North Penn YMCA is ideal for community-based fitness programs and aquatic activities. 
 

Top sites in Towamencin, PA include Penn Museum, Freddy Hill Farms, and Morgan Log House.
 

Population: 18,491 (2018). Area: 9.68 sq mi (25.1 km2). Elevation: 344 feet (105 meters). ZIP Code: 19447. Area Code: 215, 267. 
 

FAQs

Is Towamencin, PA a good place to live?

Towamencin Township is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Towamencin Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Towamencin Township there are a lot of parks. The public schools in Towamencin Township are highly rated.

What is Towamencin, PA famous for?

Pennsylvania is known as the Keystone State for its role in the Revolution, and as one of the oldest settlements during the time, Towamencin Township played a part: the Township had encampments of soldiers, had many citizens that served, and was the retreating place for General Washington and his troops after the Battle of Germantown. The Continental Army troops were in Towamencin from October 8, 1777, to October 16, 1777, and camped in the Northern section of the Township. The Township provided a secure area to rest, without fear of surprise attack by the British.

How did Towamencin, PA get its name?

The name Towamencin is of American Indian origins, and means "Poplar Tree". The legend associated with the name started in the 1720s when Heinrich Fry purchased some land near what is now known as Towamencin Creek. On this tract of land was an Indian Village. The Indian Chief spoke broken English and observed one day two men clearing trees near the creek and said "Towha-men-seen", meaning "Two men seen." Apparently, the Chief's pronunciation stuck, as the legend goes, and is how Towamencin got its name.

Sources

Township of Towamencin 

Wikipedia

Niche

Penn Museum

Freddy Hill Farms

Morgan Log House

Suburban Community Hospital

Whole Body Yoga Studio

Fischer's Park

Planet Fitness

Jefferson Lansdale Hospital

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

North Penn YMCA

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