What makes a “Happening” community? A bustling downtown? Creative, committed locals? Awesome events? No matter what your check-list includes, it's likely that Doylestown will check-off every single box.
This month, we're spotlighting a town that is arguably at the heart of Bucks County- geographically, economically, and culturally. As the county seat of Bucks County, the home of several world-class museums and parks, and the beginning of the Lansdale/Doylestown Septa Line, Doylestown serves as a crossroads for thousands of people each and every day.
Since the Borough of Doylestown was incorporated in 1838, it's played an vital role locally. Notable residents have included architect and archaeologist, James A. Michener, lyricist and playwright Oscar Hammerstein II, the Nobel Prize-winning author Pearl S. Buck, anthropologist Margaret Mead, and pop-rock star Pink.
Attractions including The Mercer Museum, Moravian Pottery and Tile Works, the art deco County Theater, and the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa bring in a regular stream of tourists. In fact, several U.S. Presidents have paid visits to Our Lady of Czestochowa. A feast for the mind as well as the tastebuds, Doylestown is also home to dozens of acclaimed dining establishments – from innovative tapas at Honey's to cocktails at 86 West to coffee at Zen Den. This unique combination of notable history, rich culture, and delicious dining brought Doylestown national attention last year when it was named one of America's Quirkiest Towns by Travel & Leisure Magazine.
While these highlights are no doubt impressive, what truly keeps a “Happening” community afloat are the everyday stories – the people, places, businesses, and events bubbling to the surface. It's the untold stories, the everyday interactions, that are so often driving a community forward.
Celebrate the amazing community of Doylestown by browsing through the below photo spread, capture by talented Doylestown photographer and lawyer Michael Brooks, Esq. Plus, dig deeper by reading about a few of the local businesses that help make Doylestown such a “Happening” community:
Behind the Scenes with Top Local Stylist- Elizabeth Benke
Doylestown's Dynamic Doctors: A Husband & Wife Team
Generations of Style: Dressing the Men of Doylestown
A Visit to Doylestown's Newest Fitness Studio: barre 3
The Lawyer Behind the Lens- Michael J Brooks Esquire
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- A view from the street- 7 W Oakland Ave in Doylestown
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- Keeping up with the trends at Ventresca Ltd.
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- Fonthilll Castle
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- Doylestown celebrating Memorial Day
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- Doylestown celebrating Memorial Day
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- Patterned tuxedos from Ventresca Ltd.
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- Salon owner Elizabeth Benke helping a client
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- barre 3 class in Doylestown
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- Salon owner Elizabeth Benke helping a client
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- Downtown Doylestown at sunset looking down East State Street
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- Dr. Brian Buinewicz advising a patient
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- Feeling great after a barre 3 class
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- Jack Frost in Doylestown to welcome Spring
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- Elizabeth Benke & Associates Salon
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- barre 3 in Doylestown
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- Dr. Annie Buinewicz helping a patient
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- Dr. Annie Buinewicz helping a patient
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- Mercer Museum
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- Doylestown Art Days
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- Doylestown's go-to boutique for tuxedos- Ventresca Ltd.
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- Fonthilll Castle
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- Bowties at Ventresca Ltd.
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- Helping locals looks their best at Elizabeth Benke
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- barre 3 in Doylestown
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- Elizabeth Benke & Assoc. Salon
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- Accessories from Ventresca Ltd.
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- Achieving the perfect fit at Ventresca Ltd.
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- Doylestown Fire Company
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- Salon style at Elizabeth Benke & Assoc. Salon
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- Brightening up big days from Ventresca Ltd.
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- Doylestown Art Days
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- Achieving the perfect fit at Ventresca Ltd.
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- Accessories from Ventresca Ltd.
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- barre 3 in Doylestown
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- barre 3 owner Lauren Ziel & students
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- barre 3 class in Doylestown
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- barre 3 class in Doylestown
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- Buinewicz Plastic Surgery, Cosmetic Medicine & Le Med Spa
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- Doylestown celebrating Memorial Day
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- barre 3 class in Doylestown
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