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       States & Towns Series: Intercourse, PA

Founded in 1754, Intercourse, PA, has several theories about how it got its curious name.  One theory involves an old race track that was located at the east end of town.  The entrance to this course was referred to as "enter course" which then evolved into "Intercourse."  The second theory centers around two major roads that intersected at what is now the town's location.  One road ran from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia and the other road took you from Erie to Wilmington.  This intersection of two busy roadways blossomed into the town "Cross Keys" which later became known as "Intercourse."  The third theory springs from the language of the day.  The word Intercourse referred to fellowship and friendship which was very much a part of life in this agricultural and faith-filled village.  What we do know is that the town name of "Intercourse" was adopted in 1814.  Today Intercourse is a town nestled among Amish farmland that has wonderful shops and friendly people.  Intercourse celebrates its 255th year in 2009.