Chester Creek Historic District
National Register of Historic Places

Chester Creek Historic District

Thornbury, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Listed
March 23, 1972
Type
District
Period
Colonial
Ref No.
72001120

About this property

Chester Creek Historic District is a national historic district located along the west branch of Chester Creek at Thornbury Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania. The district includes 52 contributing buildings and 5 structures associated with the early settlement and industrial development of the Chester Creek valley. Notable buildings and structures include the Yarnall Bank House, Locksley Mill and Manor House (1704), John Edwards House, Glen Mills Station (1882), Station House and Store (c. 1882), Willcox Mills (c. 1850), Workers' Cottages (c. 1830-1880), Daniel Broomall House, and the Hemphill House. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.

Location

Thornbury, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
39.92534, -75.48720

Categories

INDUSTRYPOLITICS/GOVERNMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

Cheyney, John, Log Tenant House and Farm
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Melrose
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Nearby Battles

Battle of Paoli (Paoli Massacre)
1777Revolutionary War
2.1 mi
Battle of Paoli Massacre (1777)
1777Revolutionary War
3.5 mi
Battle of Iron Works Hill (Brandywine follow-up)
1777Revolutionary War
5.2 mi

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When was Chester Creek Historic District listed on the National Register?

Chester Creek Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 23, 1972.

What type of historic resource is Chester Creek Historic District?

Chester Creek Historic District is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Chester Creek Historic District?

The period of significance for Chester Creek Historic District is recorded as the colonial era, specifically around 1704.

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