Welcome to Lansdowne!
Lansdowne Borough is a first-generation suburb situated in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, six miles southwest of downtown Philadelphia and six miles east of Media, the county seat. Lansdowne’s 11,000 residents are active volunteers in their 1.2 square mile community. The Borough has a long tradition as a community of artists, and continues to provide a home to a rich mix of arts and a seemingly endless variety of cultural activities. Lansdowne’s neighborhoods feature tree-lined streets, eleven local parks, and boasts having the most Victorian homes of any town in Pennsylvania. Lansdowne is a No Place for Hate community, is recognized as a Classic Town by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, and has achieved the highest honor as a Preserve America Town issued through the United States Department of the Interior and delivered by Michelle Obama in 2009. This website is updated daily to provide borough residents the latest information on activities, events, and official government business. For additional information, contact Borough Hall at (610) 623-7300.
Borough Highlights
Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra Valentine’s Day Concert – Sunday, Feb. 14
The LSO presents romantic-themed works by Saint-Saens, Mendelssohn, Elgar, and Beethoven in this 3 pm performace at the Upper Darby Perforing Arts Center. Tickets $15/$12/$5, more info here.
February is “Love Your Pets Month”
Animal Friends of Lansdowne will celebrate “Love Your Pets Month” in the borough with a series of events at the Lansdowne Public Library. Visit the AFL website’s calendar of events for complete details.
American Red Cross Haiti Relief
On January 12, a series of earthquakes measuring 6.5 to 7.3 on the Richter scale devastated Haiti. The American Red Cross is working with its partners in the global Red Cross and Red Crescent network to assist those affected by this disaster. If you wish to help, please make a donation to the Red Cross.
Lansdowne Allied Youth Council
Grant money may be available from the Lansdowne Allied Youth Council for worthwhile cultural, civic, service, athletic, or social projects. Inquire by mail at LAYC, P.O. Box 311, Lansdowne 19050, or by email to Grants Chairman Van Bond, vanbond@bellatlantic.net. The LAYC has served Lansdowne proudly since 1944. more
Winter 2010 Borough Newsletter
The Winter 2010 edition of the Lansdowne Borough Newsletter has been mailed. If you missed your copy or would like to print out another, download a PDF version here.
Lansdowne Recreation Department Winter Programs
Enrich your mind, body and spirit with the many winter programs offered from the Lansdowne Recreation Department. View details here or download the Program Guide. JUST ADDED: Playwrighting Classes at the Lansdowne Theater – learn more.
Water Infrastructure Improvements Scheduled
Through much of 2010 Aqua PA will be replacing the water mains that lie beneath streets to the north and east of Marlyn Park. This work includes a significant amount of trenching and will likely cause traffic and other disruptions in these neighborhoods. more
Penn Wood Patriots Athletics
Follow all of Lansdowne’s hometown high school teams – check the Penn Wood High School athletic schedule and show your support!
Read Lansdowne’s Letter From Michelle Obama
The First Lady recently sent a letter to Lansdowne to honor the Borough’s status as a Preserve America Community. more
Business Association Kicks Off Membership Drive
The Lansdowne Business Association invites all shops, stores, and professional offices. more
Got Bulk Trash
The bulk trash ‘bot… use this website to get the borough to pick it up. more
Yard Waste Program
Due to popular demand, more dates have been added for pick-up. more
New Web Tool Allows Pennsylvanians to Check Status of Property Tax/Rent Rebates
Eligible older adults and residents with disabilities can now check the status of. more
Free Library Wi-Fi Access
The Lansdowne Public Library now offers free wi-fi access. more
Friendship Circle Activities
For mature adults, 50+. more
