Monongahela in Washington County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Monongahela
By Mike Wintermantel, July 24, 2011
1. Monongahela Marker
Oldest settlement in the valley and transportation center since the days of Devore's Ferry, chartered 1775. Laid out in 1796 as Williamsport. A city since 1873. Here thousands of pioneers began the river journey to the West.Erected 1947 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list.
Location. 40° 12.294′ N, 79° 55.87′ W. Marker is in Monongahela, Pennsylvania, in Washington County. Marker can be reached from West Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 88/136) 0 miles east of 7th Street. Located in Chess Park near the pavilion. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Monongahela PA 15063, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Jackie Ormes (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named Monongahela (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Hiker (approx. 0.3 miles away); U.S.S. Maine
By Mike Wintermantel, July 24, 2011
2. Monongahela Marker
Also see . . . City of Monongahela PA. Official Site (Submitted on July 25, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 25, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 445 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 25, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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