La Mott, Pennsylvania

La Mott, Pennsylvania is a small, historically significant unincorporated community in Cheltenham Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It is located in the southeastern part of the state, near Philadelphia.

History[edit | edit source]

La Mott was known as Camp William Penn during the American Civil War. It was the first training ground for African American troops in the Union Army. The community was later named after Lucretia Mott, a noted abolitionist, women's rights activist, and social reformer.

Geography[edit | edit source]

La Mott is located in the southeastern part of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It is bordered by the communities of Elkins Park, Melrose Park, and Cheltenham. The community is primarily residential, with a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2010 census, La Mott had a population of approximately 2,000 residents. The community is diverse, with a mix of races and ethnicities represented.

Education[edit | edit source]

La Mott is served by the Cheltenham Township School District. The district operates several elementary schools, a middle school, and Cheltenham High School.

Notable people[edit | edit source]

Several notable individuals have ties to La Mott, including Lucretia Mott, for whom the community is named. Mott was a leading voice in the abolitionist and women's rights movements in the 19th century.

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