Save the Boyertown Pool will be a digital advocacy and community-history project that documents the Boyertown pool’s local significance, shares stories from residents, and uses digital tools to visualize the pool’s historical, cultural, and social impact. The website will serve as both an educational resource and a rallying point for community action.
Project Details
- Who:
Boyertown residents - Where:
Boyertown, Pennsylvania; hosted online for public access. - When:
Spring 2026 - What:
A public website featuring:- A digital timeline of the pool’s history
- Oral histories from community members
- A petition/advocacy information section
- Photos and archival materials
- Data visualizations about pool use, cost, and benefits
Significance
This pool is not “just a pool.” It is a community memory space, a hub for multigenerational gathering, teen employment, summer traditions, and local culture. Its potential closure disproportionately affects families and residents who rely on affordable public recreation.