Boyertown+in+1906


 * Boyertown Area History**

In the early 1700s Boyertown was a place with a prosperous iron industry. Many people moved to this location to work and because of the plentiful forests and water power. By the 1750s the population was increasing and mills, taverns, and restaurants were popping up. After the iron ran out the land was purchased by local farmers in the 1760s. In the late 1800s new inventions of pumping equipment brought a rush of new mining activity to Boyertown. Agriculture was still an important role in the economy and by the early 1900s much of the land was orchards. The town grew and added churches, schools, and fire companies.




 * Activity**: Have students compare and contrast the pictures of Boyertown in 1906 and what Boyertown currently looks like. Students will use a Venn Diagram to compare how Boyertown has changed. Have students share their results as a class.

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