Upper Merion Township

Upper Merion Township Upper Merion Township is located in southeastern Pennsylvania, about 15 miles from Philadelphia.

ReesvilleThe early postal name “Reesville” (1820–1829) in present-day Upper Merion Township reflects the presence of the...
06/09/2026

Reesville

The early postal name “Reesville” (1820–1829) in present-day Upper Merion Township reflects the presence of the Welsh Quaker Rees family, early settlers who owned land and operated the historic King of Prussia Inn in the area. While often misunderstood as a separate town, Reesville was actually an early post office designation tied to a small crossroads settlement that later became Upper Merion and then King of Prussia.

Historical sources indicate the name likely derived from the Rees family’s local prominence rather than any formal town incorporation, marking an important but limited footprint in the region’s early development.

is an Upper Merion initiative celebrating America 250 – the nationwide commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary - through the lens of the Township. Every Tuesday, we’ll spotlight a place, event, or person of historical significance to our community. From Revolutionary War connections to local legends and landmarks, each post will share a unique story that helped shape Upper Merion. For additional information on our America250 initiatives, please visit our page at: https://www.umtownship.org/553/Upper-Merion-Celebrates-America-250

Did You Miss Last Week’s Newsletter? Catch up on everything happening in Upper Merion Township by checking out last week...
06/08/2026

Did You Miss Last Week’s Newsletter?

Catch up on everything happening in Upper Merion Township by checking out last week’s newsletter!

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06/05/2026

A traffic advisory has been issued for June 7, 2026, between 11:30am and 12:30pm, as a Eucharistic procession will take place from Sacred Heart Church to St. John the Baptist Church, affecting traffic flow on Jefferson Street.

New to Upper Merion? Welcome home! From beautiful parks to a vibrant community, there’s a lot to love in Upper Merion!Pr...
06/03/2026

New to Upper Merion? Welcome home!

From beautiful parks to a vibrant community, there’s a lot to love in Upper Merion!

Pro tip: The Township website is your go-to for everything—services, permits, updates & more

For more information on Upper Merion, use: https://www.umtownship.org/364/New-Resident-Welcome-Packet

Mining and Quarrying | MarbleFor over a century, Upper Merion Township served as a vital industrial center where local q...
06/02/2026

Mining and Quarrying | Marble

For over a century, Upper Merion Township served as a vital industrial center where local quarries extracted the famous "King of Prussia marble," a distinctive blue stone featured in iconic 19th-century landmarks like Philadelphia’s Girard College and the U.S. Capitol. This prosperous mining era, centered around the village of King of Prussia, provided the "Pennsylvania Blue" marble and limestone that fueled regional growth and built some of America’s most significant Greek Revival structures.

is an Upper Merion initiative celebrating America 250 – the nationwide commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary - through the lens of the Township. Every Tuesday, we’ll spotlight a place, event, or person of historical significance to our community. From Revolutionary War connections to local legends and landmarks, each post will share a unique story that helped shape Upper Merion. For additional information on our America250 initiatives, please visit our page at: https://www.umtownship.org/553/Upper-Merion-Celebrates-America-250

The Roberts Schoolhouse has a brand-new roof thanks, in part, to a 2026 Board of Community Assistance (BCA) grant awarde...
06/01/2026

The Roberts Schoolhouse has a brand-new roof thanks, in part, to a 2026 Board of Community Assistance (BCA) grant awarded to McKaig.

This project is a great example of how BCA funding supports local organizations and helps preserve important community assets. With the support of this unique matching grant opportunity, the project moved from funding to completion almost immediately.

The Roberts Schoolhouse is an important piece of Upper Merion’s history, and this improvement will help protect and preserve it for years to come.

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175 W Valley Forge Road
King Of Prussia, PA
19406

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+16102652600

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