Mercersburg in Franklin County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Captain Robert Parker House
in 1788 by
Captain Robert Parker
who fought in the
Revolutionary War
1777 - 1783
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Buildings • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical year for this entry is 1788.
Location. 39° 49.727′ N, 77° 54.236′ W. Marker is in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania, in Franklin County. Marker is on North Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 16/75) just north of West Seminary Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 11 N Main St, Mercersburg PA 17236, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lot 32 (a few steps from this marker); President Buchanan’s Home (a few steps from this marker); Lane House (a few steps from this marker); Buchanan House (within shouting distance of this marker); Citizens Seized (within shouting distance of this marker); Col. Murphy's Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); The Irwin House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); John Darby, Lot 14, 1786 (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Mercersburg.
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