Bucktown, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Bucktown, Pennsylvania
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 Bucktown, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Bucktown, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Chester |
| Township | South Coventry |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Bucktown is a small, historic village located in South Coventry Township. This area is part of Chester County in Pennsylvania, United States. It's called an unincorporated village because it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or town.
Bucktown is easy to find because it sits right where two main roads meet: Route 23 and Route 100. It's also home to the main campus of the Owen J. Roberts School District. This means both the Owen J. Roberts Middle School and the Owen J. Roberts High School are located here.
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A Glimpse into Bucktown's Past
Just like other villages in Northern Chester County, Bucktown has many old buildings. These buildings show off the rich history of the area. Many of them were built in the 1700s and 1800s.
How Bucktown Got Its Name
The village of Bucktown got its name from an old building called the Buck Tavern. This tavern was a type of inn or hotel. It first opened its doors in 1790. Back in 1883, Bucktown was very small, with only six houses and the hotel.
Bucktown Today
Today, the crossroads in Bucktown are a busy place. You can find many different businesses here.
What You Can Find in Bucktown
- A gas station for fueling up cars.
- Two banks for financial needs.
- A church, which is a place of worship.
- Several restaurants where people can eat.
- A car dealership to buy vehicles.
- An auto mechanic for car repairs.
- A hair salon for haircuts and styling.
The Story of Ridglea Farms
Near Bucktown, there used to be a very large dairy farm called Ridglea Farms. This farm had its own dairy store and even a restaurant. A farmer named Lester High worked the land for many years.
However, in the year 2000, the farm's land was sold. A company called Realan Properties bought it. They built a large housing development there. This new development included 161 homes and a special facility for assisted living.
