Jenkintown is a borough located in Pennsylvania, United States. Jenkintown is situated in Montgomery County and has an area of 0.6 square miles (1.6 square kilometers). Jenkintown has a population of around 4.400 residents. Jenkintown is located near Philadelphia city, one of the biggest and most beautiful areas in the state. Jenkintown was incorporated in 1874, although the borough was first settled in 1697. Jenkintown is a great place to visit if you plan on enjoying a relaxing vacation, but the borough is also filled with recreational venues and many cultural sites.
Top Attractions within Jenkintown
The Jenkintown Library is one of the most impressive cultural buildings of the city. In fact, the library is located into a building dating back to 1803. The Jenkintown Library is the oldest in the whole area and also one of the biggest, currently including more than 42.000 books. In 1979, the library was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Abington Art Center is the best place to visit if you are an art lover. The museum displays numerous art works with gallery exhibits, but the location also includes a sculpture garden. The Art Center is a great place to visit when being in Jenkintown, for people of all ages.
Fox Chase and Rockledge World War Memorial was settled in Jenkintown to honor all the brave people in the borough who have fought for the country during World War I. The memorial was established in 1921.
Alverthorpe Park Golf Course is a spot that should not be missed if you plan on visiting Jenkintown. Here you will find an amazing 9-hole golf course and you will be able to enjoy a challenging golfing experience. The place is great to be at no matter if you are a beginner or an advanced player of the game. The other similar facility you can find in Jenkintown is Abington Fitness and Country Club, which is located on one of the oldest gardens ever created in the area.
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| Book At | Miles/km to Jenkintown | Directions to Jenkintown | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenside | 1/2 | Directions | 40.10233 | -75.15212 |
| Erdenheim | 5/8 | Directions | 40.09206 | -75.21379 |
| Fort Washington | 5/9 | Directions | 40.14178 | -75.20906 |
| North Philadelphia | 6/10 | Directions | 40.006908 | -75.142892 |
| Warminster | 8/13 | Directions | 40.20678 | -75.09962 |
| Plymouth Meeting | 8/13 | Directions | 40.10233 | -75.27435 |
| Trevose | 8/13 | Directions | 40.13928 | -74.981 |
| Feasterville Trev | 8/13 | Directions | 40.151407 | -74.985298 |
| Bala Cynwyd | 8/14 | Directions | 40.00761 | -75.23407 |
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