Oxford (Pennsylvania) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
borough of Pennsylvania
About Oxford (Pennsylvania)
The area was first settled by Native Americans. The first English name given to the community that would later be called Oxford was Hood's Crossing, after the local Hood's Tavern. The borough was later called Oxford Crossing and Oxford Village. Oxford was located near the half-way point on the main road fromPhiladelphiatoBaltimore. The owner of the stage between the two cities purchased Hood's Tavern and re-named it Oxford Hotel. It became the stopping point on the two-day trip between the two cities. In 1833, Oxford was incorporated as a borough. Its first burgess (now called the mayor) was Thomas Alexander, who operated a general store in which the oldest public library in Pennsylvania was located. His store is thought to be the oldest building in Oxford. The northern half of Oxford was
Top Attractions in Oxford (Pennsylvania)
Explore the best things to see and do in Oxford (Pennsylvania):
- ★Camp Saginaw
- ★Oxford Memorial Park
- ★Oxford Presbyterian Church
- ★Pine Grove Covered Bridge
- ★The Oxford Town Clock
- ★Union Fire Company No. 1
Where to Eat in Oxford (Pennsylvania)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bellybusters Sub Shoppe
- 🍴Sawmill Grill
Where to Stay in Oxford (Pennsylvania)
- 🏨Octoraro Hotel
Oxford (Pennsylvania) Travel Guide Sections
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