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Glen Rock, Pennsylvania
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Location in York County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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 Glen Rock, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Glen Rock, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | York |
| Settled | 1838 |
| Incorporated | 1859 |
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| • Type | Borough Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.80 sq mi (2.08 km2) |
| • Land | 0.80 sq mi (2.08 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 636 ft (194 m) |
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| • Total | 2,121 |
| • Density | 2,647.94/sq mi (1,022.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
17327
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| Area code(s) | 717 |
| FIPS code | 42-29760 |
Glen Rock is a small town, also called a borough, located in York County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,120 people lived there. It's part of the larger York–Hanover area.
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History of Glen Rock
Early Settlement and Growth
Glen Rock was founded by William Heathcote, who came from England. In 1826, he moved to Pennsylvania. He bought a farm in 1837 because he wanted to use the river's power. This power, called hydropower, comes from moving water.
Heathcote built a brick woolen mill on the land. A woolen mill is a factory where wool is made into cloth. This mill attracted many workers and farmers to the area.
Naming the Town
Later in the 1830s, Glen Rock got its own train station. In the 1840s, a post office, church, and iron factory were built. In December 1843, Heathcote suggested the name Glen Rock. He got the idea from a poem called Marmion.
Becoming a Borough
By 1858, about 200 people lived in Glen Rock. The residents asked for it to become an official borough. This happened on August 29, 1859.
The old mill is still the oldest building in Glen Rock. It was closed for repairs in the 1980s. Now, it's a special hotel and restaurant. In 2022, the mill received a grant to make it look more like it did when it was first built.
The Glen Rock Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1997. This means it's an important historical area.
Geography of Glen Rock
Glen Rock is located at 39°47′36″N 76°43′53″W / 39.79333°N 76.73139°W.
The United States Census Bureau says the borough is about 0.8 square miles (2.1 km2) in total area. All of this area is land.
People of Glen Rock
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 289 | — | |
| 1870 | 537 | 85.8% | |
| 1880 | 651 | 21.2% | |
| 1890 | 687 | 5.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,117 | 62.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,263 | 13.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,232 | −2.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,309 | 6.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,412 | 7.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,477 | 4.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,546 | 4.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,600 | 3.5% | |
| 1980 | 1,662 | 3.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,688 | 1.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,809 | 7.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,025 | 11.9% | |
| 2020 | 2,120 | 4.7% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 2,115 | 4.4% | |
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Population Details
In 2000, there were 1,809 people living in Glen Rock. By 2010, the population grew to 2,025 people.
Most of the people in Glen Rock are White. In 2010, about 96.1% of the people were White. About 2.9% were African American, and 2.3% were Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
In 2010, there were 785 households in the borough. A household is a group of people living together. About 36.3% of these households had children under 18.
Most households, about 55.4%, were married couples living together. About 23.7% of households were individuals living alone.
Age Groups
The population of Glen Rock is spread out by age. About 29.0% of the people are under 18 years old. About 33.9% are between 25 and 44 years old. About 11.2% are 65 years or older. The average age in Glen Rock is 35 years.
Education in Glen Rock
Students in Glen Rock attend schools in the Southern York County School District. Younger students go to Southern Elementary School or Friendship Elementary School. All students then attend Southern Middle School. After middle school, they go to Susquehannock High School.
Glen Rock Carolers
Every Christmas, the Glen Rock Carolers sing traditional carols. They sing throughout the borough from midnight until morning. This special tradition started in 1848 and has happened every year since then.
The carolers are a group of more than 50 men. They sing in three-part harmony. They are joined by instruments like trumpets and trombones. Most of the songs are old English or American carols that are not often heard today. Only four new carols have been added since 1900.
The carolers wear a special uniform. It includes gray high hats, long coats, gloves, and colorful scarves. A concert is held at 10:45 pm on Christmas Eve. About 1,000 people usually come to watch.
Recreation and Fun in Glen Rock
Heritage Rail Trail County Park
The Heritage Rail Trail County Park is a popular trail. It was built in 1999 by the York County Rail Trail Authority. This trail is a "rail-with-trail," meaning it runs next to an active train line.
The trail connects with the Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail in Maryland. It is also part of Route J for bikes. The trail goes north through Glen Rock, crossing Valley, Main, and Water Streets. You can often see passenger trains from Steam Into History on the active rail line.
Glen Rock Park
The Glen Rock Park is located near the borough at 5400 Fair School Road. This park has many things to do. It includes a dog park, two ball fields, and playground equipment. There are also courts for basketball and volleyball. Restrooms and pavilions are available for rent. The Glen Rock recreation board manages the park.
Glen Rock Arts & Brew Fest
The Annual Glen Rock Arts & Brew Fest is a fun event. It happens on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. The festival takes place near Water Street and the Rail Trail. It features food and art vendors. There is also a 5k race and family-friendly activities.
Notable People from Glen Rock
- Summer Britcher (born 1994) is an Olympic luger. She has competed in the Olympics three times.
- Randy Edsall (born 1958) is a football coach. He used to be the head coach for the UConn Huskies and Maryland Terrapins.
- Cliff Heathcote (1898–1939) was a center fielder in Major League Baseball. He played for the Chicago Cubs.
- Roland F. Seitz (1867–1946) was a composer, bandmaster, and music publisher.
