Media in Delaware County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Williamson House

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), September 3, 2022

1. Williamson House Marker

Inscription. Built 1850-1851 as a residence and store by Charles R. Williamson. He served as County Treasurer, Associate Judge, Postmaster and Borough Councilman 1851-1886. House occupied as post office and shoemaker's shop. Noted for its unusual architectural features.

Erected 1976 by Media Borough Council.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Communications • Government & Politics • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Postal Mail and Philately series list.

Location. 39° 55.155′ N, 75° 23.561′ W. Marker is in Media, Pennsylvania, in Delaware County. Marker is at the intersection of West Front Street and South Orange Street, on the right when traveling east on West Front Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 218 W Front St, Media PA 19063, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. McCain Rally (within shouting distance of this marker); Delaware County (within shouting distance of this marker); Delaware County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); FBI Office Burglary (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Charter House

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(about 300 feet away); a different marker also named Delaware County Courthouse (about 300 feet away); Ronald Reagan (about 300 feet away); Engle Bakery (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Media.

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Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), September 3, 2022

2. The Williamson House

Credits. This page was last revised on September 5, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 5, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 142 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 5, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.