Bensalem Bucks County PA

The state of Pennsylvania was officially founded in 1682, but some towns here are nearly as old as the state itself! Bensalem is one of them, and this township of more than 60,000 residents first established its boundaries in 1692. Although it is suspected that the town was first named “Salem”, the origins of the modern name likely came from settler Joseph Growden. His estate was named Manor of Bensalem, in honor of both William Penn and “Salem”—the Semitic term for peace.

From a Small Settlement to an Exciting, Modern Town

With over 300 years of history in Bensalem, the fact that the township is filled with legends and landmarks is no surprise. In fact, it is said that Benjamin Franklin would travel to Bensalem to visit Joseph Galloway, a friend of his whose family owned all of present-day Bensalem at that time. While locals say that Franklin performed his famous kite-flying experiment in the town, the broader consensus still claims that the experiment took place closer to Philadelphia.

Today, remnants of the history of Bensalem are still seen throughout the township—with a mix of modern attractions that has grown this historic town into the largest municipality in Bucks County. Whether you are just visiting or planning on making your home in one of the township’s thriving communities, you’ll need to check out the following to get a true look at the beauty and excitement of the area: 

  • Parx Casino and Racing: Formerly known as the Philadelphia Park Racetrack and Casino, this venue is the largest casino gaming complex in PA and is home to the state’s two premier Thoroughbred races—the Pennsylvania Derby and the Fitz Dixon Cotillion.
  • Historic Homes: The Growden Mansion still exists along the Neshaminy Creek in Bensalem, and Andalusia—also known as the Nicholas Biddle Estate—overlooks the Delaware River. Built around 1681 and 1794 respectively, both are on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Penn Community Bank Amphitheater: This venue has had several names over the years, but it is still the place to be in Bensalem! With open-lawn seating for 3,000+ visitors, local residents and tourists gather here for outdoor concerts every summer.
  • Religious Landmarks: Bensalem is known for two religious landmarks. The Mission Center and National Shrine of St. Katharine Drexel houses the remains of Katharine Drexel—a woman born in 1858 who was canonized in 2000. The Mongkoltepmunee Buddhist Temple is also here, and it is an exact replica of a Bangkok temple and the only one of its kind in the country.
  • Neshaminy Mall: Built in 1968, this was one of the first malls constructed in the country. Today, the theater here is the largest and highest sales-producing in Pennsylvania, and visitors can enjoy over 120 shops and eateries in the sprawling mall layout.

While history buffs and those who love live entertainment have plenty to see in Bensalem, nature lovers won’t miss out either! The township is home to Neshaminy State Park that features 330 acres of scenic beauty and outdoor exploration, as well as the popular Bensalem Township Community Park.

Helping You Feel Right at Home when Moving to or from Bensalem

There are a lot of reasons why Bensalem is a wonderful place to call home, but whether you are moving into or out of the area, you deserve to work with a company that offers old-fashioned values and state-of-the-art moving solutions. That’s what you find with O’Brien’s Moving & Storage, and our Bensalem movers are here to make sure that you have an exceptional relocation experience.

As an award-winning Bensalem moving company, we take customer satisfaction seriously. By offering free, in-home estimates, comprehensive moving and storage services, and nationwide resources as an Allied Van Lines agent, we have the ability to handle moves of any size or scope.

Since 1928, we’ve been here as the movers Bensalem, PA residents trust, and we’d love to help you plan your next relocation! Just call or fill out our online form today, and we’ll get you started with a consultation and cost estimate.