Gone but not forgotten

There were many places that graced our town in a bygone era.

Clear Spring Hotel

Clear Spring Hotel

The old Clear Spring Hotel on North Main Street served travelers for over 150 years before being torn down to make way for modern progress.

English and Classical Seminary

Doylestown English and Classical Seminary

A college preparatory boarding school from 1867 to 1891

Railroad Hotel

Railroad House Hotel

The old Railroad House Hotel on South Clinton Street served travelers for about 75 years before being torn down.

Exhibition Grounds

Exhibition Grounds

The Exhibition Grounds were located on the western part of town where the current Central Bucks West High School is now. The activities ran from 1865 to 1890.

Doylestown Fair

Doylestown Fair

The Doylestown Fair was located on the eastern part of town. The annual fair ran from 1923 to 1942.

Roller Rink

Doylestown Fair

Doylestown joined the international craze for roller skating.