Glenmoore, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Glenmoore, Pennsylvania
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Location in Chester County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania
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 Glenmoore, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Glenmoore, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Chester |
| Township | Wallace |
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| • Total | 12.1 sq mi (31 km2) |
| • Land | 12.0 sq mi (31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km2) |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19343
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| Area codes | 610 and 484 |
Glenmoore is a small, unincorporated community located in Chester County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Glenmoore is part of the larger Philadelphia Metropolitan Area.
A Look Back in Time
This historic community is found within Wallace Township. From 1971 to 2014, it was home to the Upattinas School and Resource Center.
Glenmoore was also the birthplace of William Moore McClure. He was a colonel in the Union Army during the Civil War. This was a very important war in American history.
Some people say Glenmoore has "the smallest church in the world." The downtown area is very small. It has an intersection with no traffic lights. You can find one antiques shop next to a convenience store there.
Where is Glenmoore?
Glenmoore is located right on Pennsylvania Route 282. This road helps connect Glenmoore to other nearby places.
Images for kids
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PA 282 Alternate Truck in Eagle, Pennsylvania going towards Glenmoore
