Borough of Oakmont

Borough of Oakmont. . The Borough of Oakmont has maintained the spirit of small-town America from its formation in 1889 up to the present day. , The history of the land Oakmont sits on can be traced from ancient Native American burial grounds to 19th-century farmers and land developers. Oakmont's unique history can also be seen in its 1901 Carnegie Library, its businesses, and industries. , Self-contained within the boundaries of one square mile, Oakmont has a vibrant redbrick Main Street, well-preserved older homes on tree-lined streets, and numerous parks throughout the town. , In addition to participating in the local government, many residents volunteer their time and talent to various organizations dedicated to preserving and improving the town. , In 1853, the arrival of the Allegheny Valley Railroad linked the community to Pittsburgh which brought and increase in settlement and industry. By 1903, Oakmont was a popular summer destination with swimming, boating, camping, picnic grounds and gold. Trolley service came to town in 1902, and the Hulton Bridge opened in 1909. Oakmont became even more accessible with the opening of Allegheny River Boulevard in 1938 and its proximity to the Pennsylvania Turnpike in 1940. Through the years, the community has been able to change with the times while holding on to its small-town character. , This early photograph of James G. Foster's grocery store is now home to Hoffstot's Cafe Monaco. , Oakmont once had more than a dozen groceries, and most provided home delivery in the days before automobiles. , Passengers wait for the train at the Oakmont Station. , The many stores along the boulevard created a bustling business district near Delaware Avenue. , Residential homes sprung up all over Oakmont. , The original Oakmont High School was located at the corner of Fifth Street and Pennsylvania Ave. It was later converted to an elementary school and renamed Gilmore School.