Freeburg
Originally called Straubstown for founder, Andrew Straub
Founded 1796
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Keystone Markers series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1796.
Location. 40° 45.582′ N, 76° 56.681′ W. Marker is in Freeburg, Pennsylvania, in Snyder County. Marker is at the intersection of West Market Street (Pennsylvania Route 35) and West Front Street, on the right when traveling east on West Market Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 W Market St, Middleburg PA 17842, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Veterans Memorial (approx. 0.4 miles away); Site of Blockhouse and Settler Refuge During Indian Raids (approx. 3.2 miles away); Schoch Blockhouse (approx. 3.3 miles away); Snyder County Veterans Memorial (approx. 4.3 miles away); Simon Snyder (approx. 4˝ miles away); Seibert Hall (approx. 4.7 miles away); Commemorating Gustavus Adolphus Hall (approx. 4.7 miles away); 9/11 Memorial (approx. 4.7 miles away).
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