Tricentennial Celebration 2013
Pre-Orders are now being taken for the
TRICENTENNIAL AFGHAN!
100% Cotton and Proudly Made in the USA
Measures 68" wide by 52" high
Click here for the order form.
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THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE GATEWAY CAFE II FUNDRAISER!
JOIN THE
CELEBRATION!
Come to Upper Merion's 300th Celebration!
In 2013, Upper Merion Township will be 300 years old! We are planning to throw an event-filled, year-long celebration highlighting all the great things about our community: its fine residents, its successful businesses, its excellent schools, and its rich history.
Click here to see the
LISTING OF EVENTS!
Click HERE to register for the Tricentennial Parade on September 7, 2013
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Thank You to all of our
Tricentennial Sponsors
Click here to see the list of sponsors.
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We hope everyone enjoyed the
TRICENTENNIAL GALA CELEBRATION!
Click here to access some of the photos
from the Gala from Davlen Photography.
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Check out the Inquirer article on
the Tricentennial on Philly.com!
Click here to access the online article.
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Tricentennial Commemorative Items
Looking for a unique and special gift?
check out our Tricentennial Commemorative Items for your holiday or birthday or "just for you" purchases. All proceeds benefit the celebration of Upper Merion's 300th Birthday! Commemorative items are available at the township cashier's window and at various events throughout the township.
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Get Involved
Planning the celebration will be more than half of the fun! Whether you are a local business or a proud resident, the Tricentennial Committee welcomes your ideas, your energy, and your participation!
To volunteer or to get more information, please contact: Chairperson Judy Vicchio or Staff Liaison Don Herbert at 610-265-2600 ext 235. Join the team and help plan an exciting year-long lineup of events and activities!
To watch the Tricentennial Committee's joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors on April 12, 2012 click here.
List of Committee Members
Additional plans in the works include:
A Community Fair and Parade, Sept. 7, 2013
A Guest Speaker Series - monthly (Check calendar for dates)
Native American Cultural Festival, April 27, 2013
Collection of Oral Histories, Photos, Videos and Memorabilia
A Tour of Township Historic Sites
Partnering with other Township Organizations to plan local happenings with a Tricentennial theme in mind, including the Car Show, Taste of the Suburbs, and more
YOU can help preserve Upper Merion History
We need YOUR photos, videos, memories and memorabilia of any Upper Merion
Whether your are from or live in King of Prussia, Gulph Mills, Swedeland, Swedesburg, Wayne, or any of the other great areas of our township, we are counting on YOU to help us collect and preserve photos, videos, memories, and more.