The creation of the Pennsylvania Railroad line west of Philadelphia during the 19th century brought new, prosperous residents to Lower Merion, and the town became known as part of the “Main Line,” a network of affluent Philadelphia suburbs along the railroad line. Later, waterpower captured from local streams and tributaries of the Schuylkill River enabled manufacturing in the community. In 1712, Lower Merion was established as an independent township with about 52 landholders and tenants who primarily practiced agriculture. Welsh Quakers granted land by William Penn settled in the area in 1682. The first inhabitants of Lower Merion Township (population 58,740) were members of the Lenni Lenape tribe. Historic Preservation Contacts and Resources.June 30th, July 4th and July 7th at 10:00 p.m.įireworks are visible from anywhere on the Boardwalk

(rain date July 5th)Īlong the beach in front of Congress Hall NOTE: The best viewing areas for the fireworks will be from Kings Highway, the high school parking lot immediately to the right side of the high school and the adjacent Lullworth Hall parking lot. Launched from site of former Bancroft School near Haddonfield High School Haddon Township High School football stadium NOTE: If you are a Marlton resident, you can CLICK HERE to register for a free parking pass.įreedom Festival on the Camden Waterfront July 1st at Dusk (rain date September 2nd) Tropicana Casino and Resort and along the Boardwalk NOTE: There are several viewing locations throughout the north end of the boardwalk including: Steel Pier, Resorts Casino Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, Showboat, and Ocean Casino Resort. Know of an event in Pennsylvania that's not listed here? Let us know! Proceeds benefit the Special Events Program. NOTE: Parking is available for $10 per car, cash only. NOTE: Sutcliffe Park and surrounding areas will be closed to spectators to allow a larger display that can be watched throughout the borough. July 3rd and July 15th after the Lehigh Valley IronPigs games July 26th after the Philadelphia Union match NOTE: The event is free, but VIP tickets are available for groups of up to 6, with premium fireworks view, private table, BBQ and more. Phoenixville Recreation Center and Friendship Fieldįireworks on the Riverfront at Harrah's Backyard Riverside Symphonia Concert and Fireworks

June 29th through July 3rd and July 14th through July 16th after the Reading Fightin' Phils games

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