Kimberton, Pennsylvania

Kimberton
Unincorporated community
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Chester
Township East Pikeland
Elevation 207 ft (63.1 m)
Coordinates
Timezone EST (UTC-5)
 - summer (DST) EDT (UTC-4)
ZIP code 19442
Area code 610
Location of Kimberton in Pennsylvania
Location of Pennsylvania in the United States

Kimberton is an unincorporated community in East Pikeland Township in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. The zip code is 19442. Originally settled in the late 18th century, it was not named until 1817. Like many surrounding villages, 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. Its current population is 7,901.

Geography

Kimberton is located at (40.130N, -75.572W). The elevation is 207 feet.

Notable residents

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