Two towns along the tracks, and the people who built them.
We collect, preserve and share the history of our towns, businesses and residents — one story, photograph and building at a time.
Souderton’s homegrown bank: Flying on eagle wings for 150 years
The people of Souder’s had just about everything they needed, except for a bank. Securing loans and making deposits was crucial for locals and farmers alike. And opening one was an idea everyone supported.
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History · Apr 7, 2026Historical Building MarkersSociety tells town’s history through its buildings Hard to believe, but some of the country’s most important historical sites exist only because…
Lifestyle · Jan 28, 2026Art in Sacred Spaces‘Art in Sacred Spaces’ honors our legacy Historical society invites community to uncover hidden treasures The United States is marking its Semiquincentennial…
Manufacturing · Dec 18, 2025Holly BrothersSpecial edition December 2025 Holly Bros. ‘handkäse’ once a Souderton staple Editor’s note: The historical society earlier this year was contacted…
Lifestyle · Dec 6, 2025Legion and VFWVeterans’ service continues at home, thanks to American Legion, VFW posts with research by Cory Alderfer The work of winding down World…
Lifestyle · Sep 20, 2025Recipe for a fun life? Sell a fun product in your hometown for 50 years.Scott Landes once told a reporter he was “a Souderton boy through and through.” Known by everyone as Scooter, Landes marked 50…
Lifestyle · Jul 28, 2025100 years of vision, courage, action, generosityResearched and written by Cory Alderfer Souderton was grossly behind the times. Unlike other towns located along the Reading Railroad, there were…
Walk the historic district
Bronze markers now highlight the buildings that reflect the “core” of Souderton — and how it grew from a farming hamlet to a bustling town. Each marker has a QR code that opens more photos and the building’s story. It makes for a fun walking tour around town.
Share your history
Do you have old photographs we can scan for our collection, or a story about growing up in the Souderton-Telford area? We would like to hear from you.
Help us keep our towns’ stories
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Your tax-deductible gift helps collect, preserve and share the history of Souderton and Telford.
Or mail a check payable to:
Souderton-Telford Historical Society
127 E. Broad St.
Souderton, PA 18964
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