Germantown Philadelphia

Germantown is an area in Northwest Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded by Palatine, Quaker, and Mennonite families in 1683 as an independent borough, it was absorbed into Philadelphia in 1854. The area, which is about six miles northwest from the city center, now consists of two neighborhoods: 'Germantown' and 'East Germantown'.
  • Elevation: 240 ft (70 m)
  • Country: United States
  • State: Pennsylvania
  • County: Philadelphia
  • City: Philadelphia
  • Founded: October 6, 1683
  • Incorporated: August 12, 1689
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