Chadds Ford Township, Pennsylvania facts for kids

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Kuerner Farm in Chadds Ford Township in July 2011
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Location of Chadds Ford Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania (top) and of Delaware County in Pennsylvania (bottom)
Location of Chadds Ford Township in Pennsylvania
Country	United States
State	Pennsylvania
County	Delaware
Area
• Total	8.72 sq mi (22.59 km2)
• Land	8.66 sq mi (22.43 km2)
• Water	0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2)
Elevation	315 ft (96 m)
Population  (2010)
• Total	3,640
• Estimate  (2016)	3,734
• Density	431.18/sq mi (166.48/km2)
Time zone	UTC-5 (EST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP Code	19317
Area code(s)	610 and 484
FIPS code	42-045-12442
FIPS code	42-045-12442
GNIS feature ID	1216378

Chadds Ford Township is a lovely area in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's located about 25 miles (40 km) southwest of Philadelphia.

Before 1996, this place was called Birmingham Township. The name was changed to Chadds Ford. This helped it match its main village and also avoided confusion with another Birmingham Township nearby. In 2010, about 3,640 people lived here.

Chadds Ford is famous for being home to the Wyeth family of artists. This includes N. C. Wyeth, his son Andrew Wyeth, and his grandson Jamie Wyeth. The Brandywine Battlefield, where an important battle happened during the American Revolutionary War, is also here. You can also visit the Brandywine River Museum, which has many Wyeth artworks.

History of Chadds Ford

How Chadds Ford Got Its Name

The area was first called Birmingham. This name came from William Brinton, who remembered a town in England called Birmingham.

Later, a person named Frances Chadsey (or Chads) came from England in 1689. He lived in a nearby township before moving to this area in 1696. His name, often spelled Chadd, became part of the township's new name.

The Battle of Brandywine

On September 11, 1777, a big event happened here: the Battle of Brandywine. This was an important battle during the American Revolutionary War. General Howe of the British Army even stayed in a local house during the battle.

The battle is a huge part of the area's history. People still talk about it today!

Historic Places to Visit

Several old buildings and areas in Chadds Ford are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Chad House, the Chadds Ford Historic District, the Gilpin Homestead, and the William Painter Farm. They help us remember the past.

Geography and Climate

Where is Chadds Ford Township?

Chadds Ford Township is the westernmost township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. It shares borders with Chester County, Pennsylvania to the west and the state of Delaware to the south. To the east is Concord Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania.

The Brandywine Creek forms the western edge of the township. The village of Chadds Ford is in the northwest part. A small piece of Dilworthtown is in the northern corner.

The township covers about 8.72 square miles (22.6 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.

What's the Weather Like?

Chadds Ford Township has warm, humid summers. Winters are generally cool to cold. The average temperature in January is about 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In July, it's around 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Population Information

The number of people living in Chadds Ford Township has grown over the years.

• In 1930, there were 718 people.
• By 1970, the population was 1,281.
• In 2010, it reached 3,640 people.
• By 2020, the population was 3,972.

In 2010, most residents (89.4%) were White. About 7.6% were Asian, and 1.4% were African American. About 2.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.

Education in Chadds Ford

Students in Chadds Ford Township attend schools in the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District. Older students go to Unionville High School in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania.

The Rachel Kohl Library also serves the community of Chadds Ford Township.

Fun Places to Visit

Chadds Ford Township has many interesting places to explore:

• Brandywine Battlefield Park: Learn about the Revolutionary War battle.
• Brandywine River Museum: See amazing art by the Wyeth family.
  • N. C. Wyeth House and Studio: Visit the home and studio of N. C. Wyeth.
  • "The Mills", Andrew Wyeth home and studio: See where Andrew Wyeth lived and worked.
  • Kuerner Farm: A historic farm that inspired many Wyeth paintings.
• Brandywine Wildflower and Native Plant Gardens: Enjoy beautiful plants and flowers.
• Chad House: An old historic house.
• Chadds Ford Historic District: Explore a whole area with historic buildings.
• Christian C. Sanderson Museum: Discover unique collections and local history.
• Gilpin Homestead: Another important historic home.
• William Painter Farm: A historic farm.
• Twaddell's Mill and House: An old mill and house.

Getting Around Chadds Ford

Chadds Ford Township has many public roads. The state of Pennsylvania maintains some, and the township maintains others.

U.S. Route 1 (Baltimore Pike) goes through the northern part of the township. It connects with U.S. Route 202 and U.S. Route 322.

• US 1 goes southwest towards Maryland.
• US 202 goes south to Wilmington, Delaware.
• US 322 goes east to Chester.
• Together, US 202 and US 322 go north to West Chester.

Famous People from Chadds Ford

Some notable people have lived in Chadds Ford Township:

• Bill Bergey
• Weldon Brinton Heyburn, a former U.S. Senator
• Erin Matson (field hockey)
• Ann Wyeth McCoy
• Pat Meehan
• Robin Toner, a journalist
• Andrew Wyeth, a famous painter
• Jamie Wyeth, a famous painter
• N.C. Wyeth, a famous painter

Images for kids

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  An Historic American Buildings Survey, including Chadds Ford

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  US Route 202 northbound and 322 westbound along the northeast edge of Chadds Ford Township

See also

In Spanish: Municipio de Chadds Ford para niños