If you were to ask any one living along the Main Line what it is that they most like about it, you would be apt hear to them describe the area's inherent charm, its strong sense of community, and its small town atmosphere. Coupled with excellent schools and medical services, great shopping, and a varied selection of cultural and recreational attractions, the region offers a style of living that is both convenient and comfortable. In addition, Main Line residents and visitors enjoy a landscape of great natural beauty that is reflected in its many parks and nature trails. The region is proud of a long and rich history reaching back to the very beginnings of the country. The new Constitution Center and world-class museums are all within an easy commute..

Geographically defined as a western suburb of Philadelphia, the "Main Line" inherited its name from the state-owned Main Line of Public Works. This 395-mile-long canal and rail system, built between 1826 and 1834, for the first time linked Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. In 1857, the system was sold to the Pennsylvania Railroad, and the area northwest of Philadelphia, from Center City to Paoli, became a commuter line, allowing for the development of the area. To escape the heat of the city, many wealthy families began building summer homes along the train line. Several of these houses and country estates are still in existence, with some now operating as schools, publicly owned facilities, and discerningly designed enclaves of private homes.