The Perkiomen Region, Past and Present, Vol. II brings together late 19th‑century scholarship and local memory to illuminate the people, places, and history of the Perkiomen Valley.
Edited by Henry S. Dotterer, this volume continues the aim of honoring community roots and shared heritage through careful narration and documentary detail.
This edition blends new research with notes from readers and fellow historians. It surveys early town life, genealogies, church histories, and notable local figures, while sharing fresh insights from European archives and ongoing local studies. Rich with portraits of families, cemeteries, and hometown institutions, it offers a tangible map of the region’s evolution.
- Original documents and transcriptions related to 18th‑ and 19th‑century Perkiomen life
- Biographical sketches of prominent regional figures and families
- Genealogical notes, cemetery inscriptions, and place histories
- Updates on local historical societies, publications, and ongoing research
Ideal for readers of local history, genealogy enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the Perkiomen region’s past and its lasting influence today.