Parkesburg, PA
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Parkesburg, Pennsylvania
- Parkesburg is a borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 3,593 at the 2010 census. The borough was named after John G. Parke, who was a prominent businessman in the early 19th century.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Parkesburg is located at 39°57′45″N 75°55′14″W (39.962383, -75.920554). According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.
History[edit | edit source]
- Parkesburg was first known as the Fountain Inn, a tavern built ca. 1734. The borough was officially incorporated in 1872.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Parkesburg has several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to the community.
Brandywine Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Brandywine Hospital is a 169-bed, non-profit community hospital located in Coatesville, approximately 8 miles from Parkesburg. The hospital offers a full range of inpatient, outpatient, medical and surgical, diagnostic, and emergency care.
Chester County Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Chester County Hospital, located in West Chester, approximately 16 miles from Parkesburg, is a part of the University of Pennsylvania Health System. It offers a full range of services, including a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a dedicated orthopedics and spine surgery center, and a comprehensive cardiac care center.
Tower Health Urgent Care[edit | edit source]
- Tower Health Urgent Care in Parkesburg provides a convenient option for non-emergency medical care. The facility offers treatment for a variety of conditions, including minor injuries, illnesses, and routine health care needs.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Parkesburg is served by the Octorara Area School District, which provides education for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Parkesburg is served by the Amtrak train station, which provides direct service to Philadelphia and points west.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Several notable individuals have hailed from Parkesburg, including Horace Pippin, a self-taught artist known for his depictions of African American life and the horrors of war.
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