Calkins

Calkins is a peaceful and historically rooted hamlet in Damascus Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania. Though modest in size, it’s known for its scenic countryside, agricultural heritage, and one particularly flavorful claim to fame: Calkins Creamery.

🗺️ Geographic Snapshot

• Location: Damascus Township, Wayne County, PA
• Nearby Hamlets: Fallsdale, West Damascus, Rutledgedale, and Hilltown
• Water Features: Near Calkins Creek, a tributary of the Delaware River
• Elevation: Roughly 1,200 feet above sea level
• ZIP Code: 18415

🧀 Calkins Creamery: A Local Gem

• Located on Highland Farm, a sixth-generation family farm established in 1841
• Produces award-winning artisan cheeses using raw milk from pasture-raised Holstein cows
• Signature cheeses include:
  • Noble Road – a Brie-style soft-ripened cheese
  • Vampire Slayer – garlic cheddar
  • Levon’s Luck – a cave-aged Tomme infused with orange peel and coriander
  • 1841 – a creamy American Havarti
• Offers cheesemaking classes, farm tours, and a farm stand for local shopping
• Committed to sustainable agriculture and farmland preservation

🕰️ Historical & Cultural Notes

• Home to the Calkins Union Cemetery, a serene resting place for many of Wayne County’s founding families
• The hamlet reflects the broader heritage of Damascus Township, which was settled in the mid-1700s and played a key role in early American frontier life

🌿 Community Character

• Calkins is a blend of rural tranquility, agricultural pride, and local craftsmanship
• Its rolling hills, quiet roads, and working farms make it ideal for those seeking a connection to nature and tradition