Phoenixville

Key ABCD activities:
•     Phoenix Village Art Center hosts monthly art openings and classes and provides studio space for visual artists
•     Restored historic Colonial Theatre presents films and concerts year round
•    Successful Main Street Community Development Corporation organizes First Fridays
•    Seasonal Farmers Market features artists on Second Saturdays and musicians every week
•    Phoenixville maintains an online calendar of local arts events in partnership with the PhillyFunGuide.
•    Several murals
•    Annual Firebird Festival

Background:
Phoenixville, with a population of approximately 15,000, is located in northern Chester County along the Schuylkill River.  The Borough of Phoenixville was incorporated in 1849 and was the site of major steel and iron industries through the 19th century and into the first half of the 20th century.  The post-WWII decline in these industries led to a downturn similar to that experienced by other industrial communities.  The area is benefiting from its redefinition as an important medical center for northern Chester County (Phoenixville Hospital and associated health services) and increasing arts and cultural activities.

For more information contact:
Barry Cassidy, Main Street Manager
204 Bridge Street
Phoenixville, PA 19460
(484) 880-1530