On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Wahoo Drive, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
Dedicated to honor those from Lycoming County
who made the supreme sacrifice
May 26, 2007
[Armed Services emblems and year of creation] — — Map (db m200262) WM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Wahoo Drive, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
A tribute to Gold Star Families and Relatives
who sacrificed a Loved One for our Freedom
This monument honors, recognizes, and serves Gold Star Families and the legacy of their Loved Ones who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while . . . — — Map (db m200258) WM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Wahoo Drive, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
In loving memory of those who served
The Citizens of Lycoming County are indebted for the
selfless sacrifices of our Civil War veterans — — Map (db m200299) WM
Constructed in 1984
The Hager Lifelong Education Center is dedicated in honor of a former state legislator, who was a strong supporter of the institution when it was a community college.
Following an extensive renovation, the Hager Lifelong . . . — — Map (db m122303) HM
On West 4th Street just west of Hepburn Street, on the left when traveling west.
Spooner quarterbacked Navy's 1960 football squad to a 9-1 regular season record, ranking 4th in the AP Poll and earning a trip to the Orange Bowl. Following that season, Spooner was named an All-East Selection as well as an Honorable Mention . . . — — Map (db m198043) HM
On Laurel Street just south of West Willow Street, on the left when traveling north.
Losch was a first round draft pick of the Green Bay Packers in 1956. He excelled at football at Williamsport High School before going on to play at the University of Miami. Losch was a member of the Maynard Midgets, champions of the first Little . . . — — Map (db m177692) HM
On 4th Street at State Street, on the right when traveling west on 4th Street.
James Vanduzee Brown
1826-1904 Lumberman
Carile Higgins Brown
1831-1902 Member of DAR
The inspiration for the library came
from the Lycoming Chapter of the
Daughters of the American Revolution.
It opened in 1907. It has long served . . . — — Map (db m159377) HM
On Middle Drive at Market Street, on the right when traveling east on Middle Drive.
This tablet is erected by
the Citizens of Williamsport
to the memory of
Jane Cummings Brandon
1804 1840
in whose beloved memory
Brandon Park
was given to the
City of Williamsport
by her brother
A. Boyd Cummings . . . — — Map (db m159303) HM
On West 4th Street at Maynard Street, on the right when traveling west on West 4th Street.
To the lasting memory of John Franklin Meginness 16 Jul. 1827 11 Nov. 1899 Journalist Author He labored for posterity Lycoming County Historian Veteran Mexican & Civil Wars — — Map (db m198055) HM WM
On 4th Street at William Street, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
In 1921, Bower founded and organized America's oldest Sunday school basketball league. The league is still in operation today and is known locally as the "Bower League." He helped organize the first Boy Scout troop in Lycoming County in 1919. Over . . . — — Map (db m120699) HM
On William Street north of 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north.
In 1966, Wilcox became the first American bowler to win a World Cup title. He was inducted into the Pennsylvania State Bowlers Association Hall of Fame in 1998 and the American Bowling Congress Hall of Fame in 1999. His 885 series in 1972 stood as . . . — — Map (db m120656) HM
On Laurel Street at West 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north on Laurel Street.
Dedicated on the 29th day of October 1998 by Mayor Steven W. Cappelli as a lasting tribute to United States Congressman Joseph M. McDade and his commitment to the revitalization of the City of Williamsports central business district. During his 18 . . . — — Map (db m177755) HM
Essayist, teacher, and author, her work, The Curse of Caste, is considered to be among the first published novels by an African American woman. In 1865, it was serialized in the African Methodist Episcopal Christian Recorder, a . . . — — Map (db m74272) HM
On 4th Street west of William Street, on the left when traveling west.
Mazzante was a three-time Kodak All-American basketball star at Penn State University, and formerly held the Big Ten scoring record for both men and women. A graduate of Montoursville Area High School, she is a four-time all-state basketball . . . — — Map (db m120686) HM
On 4th Street west of Government Place, on the left when traveling west.
Sawyer served as the voice of Williamsport High School football and basketball, and Lycoming College football. Since 1971, he has broadcast hundreds of Little League World Series games. In 1991, he was presented with the Ray Keyes Sports Award . . . — — Map (db m120665) HM
The naming of this bandshell was
dedicated on the 25th day of April 2008
by Mayor Gabriel J. Campana, Ed.D. as a
lasting tribute to Dr. Kenneth L. Cooper.
Dr. Cooper, a local physician, has served
with distinction as a member of the . . . — — Map (db m159305) HM
On 3rd Street at Susquehanna Street, on the right when traveling west on 3rd Street.
Constructed in 1914, wing added in 1934
The Klump Academic Center is the most historic landmark still in use on campus. The building opened in 1914 as Williamsport High School.
Adult vocational classes, held in the high school basement, led to . . . — — Map (db m120849) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Trenton Avenue, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
Dedicated to those from Lycoming County who
made the supreme sacrifice and those officially
listed as Missing in Action.
Claude H. Williamson Donald E. Fisher James E. DeFrain Jr.
Lawrence K. DeSau George Flad Lloyd A. Willits . . . — — Map (db m200348) HM
In 1850 Laten Legg Stearns, a farmer from Massachusetts, came to Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania, and opened his first store - L.L. Stearns. Shortly after the Civil War, he moved his merchandise by raft down the Susquehanna River to Williamsport, . . . — — Map (db m120636) HM
On Laurel Street north of West 3rd Street, on the left when traveling north.
Kelley was a multi-sport athlete at Williamsport High School before going on to Yale University, where he excelled in baseball, basketball, and football. During the 1936 football season he dazzled on offense with 17 catches for 372 yards and 4 . . . — — Map (db m177688) HM
Constructed in 1984
Translated as "the young chef," Le Jeune Chef is a restaurant that presents a fine-dining experience at the heart of the Pennsylvania College of Technology campus.
Open to the public, the restaurant offers a gourmet menu and . . . — — Map (db m122327) HM
Near Pine Street just north of West 3rd Street, on the left when traveling south.
Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Now we are engaged in a great civil war, testing whether that nation, or . . . — — Map (db m177751) HM
On Market Street at 3rd Street, on the left when traveling north on Market Street.
is a project undertaken by the Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce through its Lycoming County Visitors Bureau programming in commemorating the 75th anniversary of Little League Baseball and its history here in the . . . — — Map (db m120539) HM
On Market Street north of Little League Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Lycoming College is a private, undergraduate college of the liberal arts and sciences. It is one of the fifty oldest colleges and universities in the country and holds the distinction of being co-educational since its founding in 1812. Begun as . . . — — Map (db m120552) HM
Incorporated in 1943 and founded by Herbert F. Allison, Lycoming Construction Company occupied this area from 1943-80.
Lycoming Construction helped form the infrastructure of America by building many sections of the Pennsylvania interstate . . . — — Map (db m122440) HM
On West Third Street at Pine Street on West Third Street.
Formed April 13, 1795 out of Northumberland County. The name (from a Delaware Indian word) honors Lycoming Creek. Williamsport, the County Seat, became a borough , 1806, and a city, 1866. Once a great lumbering center. Birthplace of Little League . . . — — Map (db m43520) HM
On Hagan Way at College Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Hagan Way.
Constructed in 2006
The Madigan Library offers a large collection of resources and relaxing spaces to serve students and community needs.
The 1,000-seat facility provides excellent facilities for reading, studying, and conducting research. In . . . — — Map (db m122461) HM
Constructed in 1999
Most visitors enter the sprawling, 120-plus acre campus through the main entrance, which is marked by pillars, banners, creative landscaping, water features, and a commemorative brick walkway.
Two of the most modern . . . — — Map (db m122469) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Wahoo Drive, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
This torpedo is one of 14000 built between 1939 and 1946 and
used on U.S. Fleet type submarines in World War Two.
It is 21 feet long and 21 inches in diameter. It once carried
a quarter ton explosive charge and weighs 2700 pounds. . . . — — Map (db m200421) HM WM
On Market Street at 3rd Street, on the left when traveling north on Market Street.
Williamsport founder Michael Ross established this Market Square as the commercial hub of his town. The Square was for many years the location of the Curbside Market, which moved indoors in 1931 and became Williamsport Growers Market. The Square . . . — — Map (db m120534) HM
Near Laurel Street north of West Willow Street, on the left when traveling north.
Mussina spent 18 years in Major League Baseball, winning 270 games during his career with the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees. Mussina was a seven-time Gold Glove winner and a five-time American League All-Star. A multi-sport star at . . . — — Map (db m177698) HM
To the south of this marker stood Old Main, the first and only building on campus for much of the nineteenth centyry. It contained student rooms, administrative and faculty offices, a chapel, classrooms, the library, and the residence of the . . . — — Map (db m159319) HM
On Washington Boulevard east of Elizabeth Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Oliver Sterling Metzler Gate
donated in 1939
by an alumnus of Dickinson Seminary
is opened by tradition once each year
for the Commencement Procession.
We hereby honor all whose paths
have crossed this threshold
A gift of the Class . . . — — Map (db m159359) HM
Near Market Street (U.S. 15) just south of Susquehanna Beltway (U.S. 220), on the right when traveling south.
Getting goods and people to and from Williamsport in the early 1800s was no easy feat. Roads were few and often impassible. The West Branch of the Susquehanna served as a "water highway" for Williamsport's citizens who numbered just 60 in 1806. . . . — — Map (db m191999) HM
On 4th Street west of William Street, on the left when traveling west.
As executive director of the former Bethune-Douglass Community Center, Mitchell was an inspiration to the black community and the community at large for nearly 40 years. He was instrumental in organizing and coaching numerous youth sports teams. . . . — — Map (db m120689) HM
Constructed in 1970
The Parkes Automotive Technology Center at Penn College is one of the oldest postsecondary automotive instructional programs in the nation; classes were first offered nearly a century ago.
Major industry sponsors attest to . . . — — Map (db m122381) HM
On 4th Street at Government Place, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
Mayer has served as an educator, coach, sports broadcaster, and sports trainer in the Williamsport area for over four decades. In 1988, he was named the National Secondary School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. He retired from Pennsylvania . . . — — Map (db m120675) HM
On Pine Street at 5th Street, on the left when traveling north on Pine Street.
This Peace Tower is dedicated
to the Glory of God, and to the
common humanity that makes us one.
It is given in memory of my parents,
Shizuo and Masuo Yasui, who immigrated
to this country in the year 1902,
seeking a new life in . . . — — Map (db m159372) HM
On West Fourth Street (State Road 2014) 0.1 miles east of Center Street.
Owner, lumber mills, and president, Susquehanna Boom. A key player in making this city the “lumber capital of the world.” He invented the “herdic,” a rear-entry carriage, and erected many buildings here on Millionaire's Row. . . . — — Map (db m43536) HM
Near Warrior Way, on the left when traveling south.
The Preachers' Aid Society was established in 1869 at the first meeting of the Central Pennsylvania Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The society was formed to provide support to needy ministers, their wives, widows and children. Among . . . — — Map (db m159317) HM
On West 4th Street just west of Hepburn Street, on the left when traveling west.
Long-time Williamsport Sun Gazette Sports Editor, Keyes covered Little League Baseball from its inception in 1939 and the Little League World Series from 1947 until his passing in 1988. Keyes was the first winner of Little League's Howard Hartman . . . — — Map (db m177742) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Trenton Avenue, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
SSG Joseph E. Suponcic
Army Kosovo
December 15, 1999
SGT John L. Eichenlaub
Army Afghanistan - OEF
March 11, 2003
MSG Sean M. Thomas
Army Iraq
March 27, 2007
LCpl Abram L. Howard
U.S. Marine Corps . . . — — Map (db m200264) WM
Constructed in 2006
An area of respite, reflection, and remembrance, the Remembrance Garden is located near the site of a former campus and community landmark.
For many years, the administrative headquarters of Williamsport Technical Institute . . . — — Map (db m122472) HM
On Packer Street, on the right when traveling north.
Founded in Williamsport in 1831 and named for its honored director Daniel Repasz, it is one of the oldest American community bands. The band played at Lee's surrender at Appomattox in 1865 and at its 150th anniversary in 2015, and at Grant's Tomb . . . — — Map (db m145870) HM
On William Street at 4th Street, on the right when traveling north on William Street.
The Loyalsock Township High School boys' basketball coach for more than 40 years, Insinger is the all-time winningest coach in the state of Pennsylvania, with over 800 victories. As of 2016, he has 12 District IV titles, 25 conference titles, and . . . — — Map (db m120544) HM
On 3rd Street at Basin Street, on the left when traveling east on 3rd Street.
Site of the original home of city founder, Michael Ross. James and Carile Brown, benefactors of the local library, built their home here in 1875, which later became the residence of the Episcopal bishop and then a hospital. The building was . . . — — Map (db m120702) HM
On 3rd Street at Mulberry Street, on the left when traveling east on 3rd Street.
James Russell built the first house in Williamsport on this site in 1796. It was a home, a tavern and the first Lycoming County Court House. Birthplace of the first child born in Williamsport. The Great Fire of 1871 destroyed the inn. — — Map (db m180193) HM
On Laurel Street at West Willow Street, on the left when traveling north on Laurel Street.
Rosato was a multi-sport star at Williamsport High School in the mid-1930s, and continued his exceptional football career at Villanova University. During his tenure as a running back with the NFLs Washington Redskins from 1945-47, he rushed for 620 . . . — — Map (db m177695) HM
Near Market Street (U.S. 15) just south of Susquehanna Beltway (U.S. 220), on the right when traveling south.
Daring, brawn, and skill that's what Pennsylvania rivermen needed to deliver timber to market in the early 1800s. Men felled immense Eastern white pines, fastened them together into log rafts, and rode them down river to be used for shipbuilding . . . — — Map (db m191997) HM
Near Laurel Street north of West Willow Street, on the left when traveling north.
Lycoming County has a rich sports history that goes beyond Little League Baseball. The county has produced nationally recognized professional athletes and local legends and heroes. The Sports Walk is dedicated to recognizing those from our area . . . — — Map (db m177756) HM
On Hagan Way at Park Street, on the right when traveling west on Hagan Way.
Constructed in 2003
Designed for the convenience of students and the public, the Student & Administrative Services Center provides easy access to important campus services. First-time visitors typically begin their tours of campus at this . . . — — Map (db m122466) HM
On 3rd Street at Susquehanna Street, on the right when traveling east on 3rd Street.
As part of the yearlong Centennial celebration at Pennsylvania College of Technology, three large-scale installations were created by artists with the help of students to enrich the outdoor environment of the campus.
Metal sculptor and Penn . . . — — Map (db m120870) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Wahoo Drive, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
We shall never forget that it was our submarines that held the lines
against the enemy while our fleets replaced losses and repaired wounds.
Pride runs deep.
Fleet Admiral C.W. Nimitz USN
United States Submarines on Eternal Patrol . . . — — Map (db m200418) HM WM
On Pine Street south of 4th Street, on the left when traveling south.
The Image of Justice - served as a weather vane atop the original court house built in 1804.
The Bronze Bell - hung beneath it in the belfrey. Both were used in the second court house built on this site in 1860.
The Date Stone - . . . — — Map (db m120610) HM
Little League's first scoring booth, eventually called the Club House. Constructed in 1943 for the 1944 season, with 2" red fir from the bleachers of Bowman Field. Designed with an 8ft. hinged desk facing the diamond for Mac McCloskey to record . . . — — Map (db m120947) HM
On William Street at 4th Street, on the left when traveling north on William Street.
Presented by the Lycoming County
Historical Society to
commemorate the 75th Anniversary
of this hotel built by public
subscription by the Citizens of
Williamsport — — Map (db m120579) HM
Near Market Street (U.S. 15) just south of Susquehanna Beltway (U.S. 220), on the right when traveling south.
How did Williamsport evolve from a pioneer outpost to a thriving city boasting more millionaires per capita than anywhere else in the world? Lumber. In 1838, a single, water-powered sawmill operated in Williamsport. By 1873, thirty-seven sawmills, . . . — — Map (db m191996) HM
Constructed in 1986
The Thompson Professional Development Center was the first on-campus facility designed and built by students, faculty, and staff as a testimonial to the quality of instruction in the College's construction-related . . . — — Map (db m122390) HM
Near William Street south of West 4th Street, on the left when traveling south.
OMalley played for six teams over a nine-year career in Major League Baseball. He went on to play six seasons in the Japanese League and was named both the League and World Series MVP in 1995. A standout baseball player at Montoursville High . . . — — Map (db m177728) HM
Once a wheat field and popular slope for sledding, this site has long been central to the economic growth of the City of Williamsport. The portion of the L.L. Stearns & Sons department store that occupied the corner of Pine and Third Streets was . . . — — Map (db m120634) HM
On Pine Street at 3rd Street, on the right when traveling south on Pine Street.
These four sculptures stand in tribute to the role of public transportation in Williamsport's growth, economy and quality of life.
The Streetcar Era: 1865-1933
The first mode of public transportation in Williamsport was the streetcar, which . . . — — Map (db m120618) HM
Near Market Street (U.S. 15) just south of Susquehanna Beltway (U.S. 220), on the right when traveling south.
For thousands of years, Native Americans traversed this region in dugout canoes and over a far-reaching network of footpaths. White settlers followed and expanded these woodland paths. Until the late 1800s, rivers reigned as the region's . . . — — Map (db m191998) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Wahoo Drive, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
This propeller is typical of the two used to propel WWII submarines.
The one displayed here is from the USS Torsk on exhibit at Baltimore Inner Harbor. Torsk sank the last ship in WWII Aug. 15 1945.
It is 7 feet 10 inches in diameter and . . . — — Map (db m200350) HM
Constructed in 1997
The Victorian House exemplifies College traditions and a campus-wide commitment to excellence in providing hands-on education that functions in a real-world environment.
Students and faculty in building construction, heavy . . . — — Map (db m122448) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Trenton Avenue, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
Dedicated in honor of those from
Lycoming County who willingly served
and willingly sacrificed their lives
for our grateful nation, the
United States of America
[Honored Dead]
Wayne E. Selleck Richard J. Griggs Robert G. . . . — — Map (db m200321) WM
On West 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) 0.1 miles west of Campbell Street, on the left when traveling west.
Justice Bell, Replica of Liberty Bell, toured PA to raise awareness & support for women's suffrage. Parade passed here August 11, 1915. — — Map (db m194793) HM
During its 85 years, 1886-1971, this unique family-owned firm produced thousands of high-quality wood-veneer doors for the U.S. Capitol, the White House, and other public and private buildings across the nation. Using Pennsylvania hardwoods and . . . — — Map (db m43547) HM
On Hepburn Street north of West 3rd Street, on the left when traveling north.
Known as "Mr. Baseball", Pickelner served as chairman of the Bowman Field Commission for more than 50 years and Williamsport Baseball Club's Board of Directors from the 1930's-1960's. Instrumental in securing minor league baseball franchises to . . . — — Map (db m177735) HM
Near Market Street (U.S. 15) just south of Susquehanna Beltway (U.S. 220), on the right when traveling south.
Risk-taking entrepreneurs, Williamsport's lumber barons orchestrated the industry that put Williamsport on the map. They amassed phenomenal wealth, and their enterprise built Williamsport's economy, financed its hallmark architecture, and forged . . . — — Map (db m191988) HM
On 4th Street (Pennsylvania Route 2014) at Wahoo Drive, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street.
In Memory of
Lycoming Countians who made
the supreme sacrifice
May they Rest in Peace
In Flanders fields the poppies blow
between the crosses, row on row,
that mark our place; and in the sky
the larks, still bravely singing, fly . . . — — Map (db m200508) WM
On 4th Street at Arch Street, in the median on 4th Street.
Erected by
the Citizens
of the Seventh
and Eleventh Wards
of the City of
Williamsport
and Woodard
and Old
Lycoming Townships
in memory of
the Soldiers
Sailors and Nurses
who served
in the World War
[Died in Service] . . . — — Map (db m120977) WM
Near Wildwood Boulevard at Cemetery Street, on the left when traveling north.
[east face]A tribute to the defenders of the Republic 1861-1865. [north face]Heroism and Patriotism inspired them to deeds of valor. [west face]Erected by Reno Post No. 64 Dept of PA. G.A.R. and The Veteran Corps of Co. G. . . . — — Map (db m177657) WM
On Freedom Road, 0.4 miles north of Bloomingrove Road (County Road 45).
Daniel Hughes, a lumber raftsman on the Susquehanna, lived here, 1854-80. In the years ending with the Civil War, he brought fugitive slaves here from Maryland, protecting them before they continued north via the Underground Railroad. Hughes gave . . . — — Map (db m43889) HM
On Washington Boulevard at River Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Washington Boulevard.
Laid out 1795 by Michael Ross. Incorporated as a borough 1806; as a city 1866. At one time a leading lumber center of the nation. Trade and travel for over a century. — — Map (db m43887) HM
On Lycoming Creek Road (Old U.S. 15) at Deckman Hollow Road, on the right when traveling south on Lycoming Creek Road.
Built in 1792-96 by land agent Charles Williamson to open the Genesee lands in N.Y. From Trout Run, it cut through the wilderness to Lawrenceville by the same general route as the present highway. — — Map (db m43238) HM
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