Founded in 1732, Stephens City, Virginia, in Frederick County, was settled by German immigrants. It was chartered in 1758 as Stephensburgh. During the Revolutionary War, it was called "New Town" or "Newtown." Most townsmen joined the Confederate Army, but the town was controlled by the Union Army, a situation which caused repeated ambushes on the wagon road outside of town. In 1880, the post office renamed the town Pantops, but the town folk fought it and the name became Stephens City.
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Preserves and promotes the historical value of Stephens City through museum exhibits and tours. Includes membership details, educational programs, publications and online links. - Newton History Center
http://www.newtownhistorycenter.org/
Stephens City Mennonite Church
Features a church that offers worship services and youth programs. Church newsletters, a history of the institution and a calendar of events are presented. - Stephens City Mennonite Church
http://www.stephenscitymennonite.com/
Stephens City United Methodist Church
Provides worship services and other religious activities to the Christian community of Stephens City. Includes church location and directions, worship schedules and events calendar, audio sermons, musical opportunities and online links. - Stephens City United Methodist Church
http://stephenscityumc.org/
Provides information on living, working and visiting Stephens City. Provides access to general and governmental information, public documents and online services. Includes a community calendar, self-service portal, news and announcement, and community links. - Town of Stephens City
http://www.stephenscity.vi.virginia.gov/