About Chester

• Ethel Waters, the famous jazz and blues singer, was born in Chester.
• The Philadelphia Union, a Major League Soccer team, was founded here in 2008.
• William Penn named it after Chester, England, establishing it in 1682.
• Chester was the first seat of Pennsylvania's government.
• The Great Fire of 1972 caused widespread damage, reshaping the city's landscape.
• Named after Chester, England, it was established in 1682.
• With a population of around 31,000, it's smaller than many surrounding suburbs.
• Its elevation is 33 feet above sea level, making it a low-lying coastal city.
• Many Chester residents work in healthcare, social assistance, or manufacturing.
• Chester feels like a resilient community with a rich, though often troubled, history.
• The Philadelphia Union play at Subaru Park in Chester, winning the Supporters' Shield in 2020.
• Chester High School's basketball team has a storied history, winning multiple state championships.

Artists From Chester