Fallowfield, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fallowfield, Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Washington |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Fallowfield Township is a small community in Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger township.
This area was one of the first townships created in Washington County after it was formed in 1781. Back then, it was much larger, stretching from Elrama in the north down to the Ten Mile Creek. Over time, parts of Fallowfield Township were separated to create new towns and townships. Today, Fallowfield Township covers about 21.3 square miles. In 2010, about 4,300 people lived there. A famous old house, the John H. Nelson House, is located here.
Historic Places to See
The John H. Nelson House
The John H. Nelson House is a beautiful old farmhouse built around 1895. It is located at 104 Colvin Road in Fallowfield Township. This house is a great example of the Queen Anne style of architecture, which was popular during that time. It has two stories and is made of red brick.
The house was designed by an architect named William H. Riggle. A builder named H. A. Hannen constructed it for John H. Nelson. John H. Nelson was the son of Francis Nelson, who had moved to America from Ireland. This house is an important part of the township's history.
