Kimberton, Pennsylvania
Kimberton is an unincorporated community and census-designated place that is located in East [Pikeland Township, Pennsylvania|East Pikeland Township] in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. The Zip Code is 19442.
History
Originally settled during the late 18th it remained unnamed until 1817. Like many surrounding villages in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Kimberton developed around a tavern; in this case, the tavern was called Chrisman's. In 1796, the Chrisman's Mill began operating, drawing activity to the tiny village. It operated until 1938 and is currently the town's post office.In 1976, the Kimberton Village Historic District was established as a national historic district.
Geography and demographics
Kimberton is located at . The elevation is 207 feet.In 2020, Kimberton had a population of 568.
Notable people
- John S. D. Eisenhower, son of former United States President Dwight D. Eisenhower
- Esther J. Trimble Lippincott, educator, reformer, and author
- M. C. Richards, artist, educator, and spirituality author
- Owen Roberts, Associate [Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States|Supreme Court justice] and University of [Pennsylvania Law School] dean