Ashmead Village, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rowland Park, Pennsylvania
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Unincorporated community
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The George K. Heller School, now the Cheltenham Center for the Arts
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 Ashmead Village, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Ashmead Village, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Montgomery |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area codes | 215, 267 and 445 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1202992 |
Rowland Park is a small place in Pennsylvania, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a neighborhood or area that doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Cheltenham Township. Rowland Park is located in Montgomery County.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live that isn't officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's governed by the county or township it belongs to. This is common in many parts of the United States.
A Special Building: The Cheltenham Center for the Arts
One of the most important buildings in Rowland Park is the George K. Heller School. This building is now home to the Cheltenham Center for the Arts. It's a place where people can learn about and enjoy art.
A Historic Landmark
The former George K. Heller School building is very special. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important building because of its history or unique design. The National Register helps protect these places for future generations.
