On William Penn Highway (U.S. 22) 0.4 miles west of Indiana Street (Pennsylvania Route 56), on the right when traveling east. Reported missing.
Designed the first of the modern mixed-flow type of water turbine, thus making an important contribution to the American industry. Began his experiments in 1868on the water wheel of a sawmill at nearby Armagh. He died near Smicksburg in 1924. — — Map (db m74401) HM
On West Market Street just west of North Walnut Street (Pennsylvania Route 217), on the right when traveling west.
On April 1, 1858, Blairsville Mayor Chester C. Davis was summoned to quell a mob of angry Blairsville citizens. The mob, a mixture of black and white men, had surrounded three slave catchers who were attempting to kidnap a former slave named . . . — — Map (db m211498) HM
On East Market Street just east of South Walnut Street (Pennsylvania Route 217), on the right when traveling east.
Ethelred "Dred" Scott was born enslaved in Virginia in 1795. In 1830, Dred's owner, a planter named Peter Blow, sold Dred to an US Army surgeon named Dr. John Emerson. Dr. Emerson was the brother of Blairsville's first physician, Dr. Edward P. . . . — — Map (db m211496) HM
On W. Market Street at S. Liberty Street, on the right when traveling east on W. Market Street.
In April 1858 citizens of Blairsville rescued a fugitive slave, Newman from arrest by a US Marshall and Virginia slave hunters. Lewis Johnson, a local black abolitionist and conductor of the Underground Railroad, housed Newman. Indiana County was an . . . — — Map (db m90118) HM
On West Market Street just west of South Walnut Street (Pennsylvania Route 217), on the left when traveling west.
On April 1, 1858, Blairsville Constable George Wilkinson was summoned to quell a mob of angry Blairsville citizens. The mob, a mixture of black and white men, had surrounded three slave catchers who were attempting to kidnap a former slave named . . . — — Map (db m211497) HM
On West Market Street just east of North Spring Street, on the right when traveling west.
According to Graff/Johnston family descendants, Lewis Johnston and John Graff used the basement of this structure to conceal freedom seeking enslaved men, women, and children. This building originally had a rear-facing courtyard which faced Sugar . . . — — Map (db m211499) HM
On East Market Street, 0.1 miles east of North East Lane, on the left when traveling east.
On April 1, 1858, Blairsville's former physician Dr. Robert M. S. Jackson and his travelling companion Mr. Peter Lesley encountered a mob of Blairsville citizens attacking two slave catchers and a deputy US Marshal. The men had come to Blairsville . . . — — Map (db m211486) HM
Near Maple Street (Pennsylvania Route 580) 0.1 miles east of Penn Street, on the right when traveling east.
Historical importance began with the Indians as a way-station, known as Canoe Place, where water transportation ended and a woodland trail led westward to the Alleghenies. This event probably brought the first white man, a Frenchman, to this area. . . . — — Map (db m65076) HM
On Franklin Street (Pennsylvania Route 286) 0 miles east of 2nd Street (Pennsylvania Route 403), on the right when traveling east.
Outspoken opponent of slavery, Mitchell was widely known as an abolitionist. In September 1845, he harbored five fugitives from slavery on his property here. Following a raid by bounty hunters, two men escaped; three were returned to slavery. . . . — — Map (db m40569) HM
On Buffalo-Pittsburgh Highway (U.S. 119) 0.3 miles south of Washington Church Road, on the right when traveling north.
Author and defender of wilderness, most famous for his two books Desert Solitaire and The Monkey Wrench Gang. Born in Indiana, Pennsylvania, in 1927, Abbey grew up in and around the village of Home. Although he moved to the western United States in . . . — — Map (db m49204) HM
On South 6th Street Extension (Pennsylvania Route 954) 0.1 miles north of Lucerne Road, on the right when traveling south.
A staunch abolitionist, Hazlett became a lieutenant in John Brown’s provisional army and participated in the raid on Harper’s Ferry Arsenal in 1859. He was captured, tried, convicted, and hanged for his involvement following the failed Harper’s . . . — — Map (db m40562) HM
On Philadelphia Street (Pennsylvania Route 954) 0.1 miles west of North 8th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Formed March 30, 1803 from Westmoreland and Lycoming counties, and once densely forested. Its name memorializes the first inhabitants. County seat, Indiana, was laid out 1805 on land given by George Clymer, signer of the Declaration of . . . — — Map (db m40564) HM
On Philadelphia Street (Pennsylvania Route 954) at North 9th Street, on the right when traveling west on Philadelphia Street.
Legendary American actor, born and raised in this town. During his long career from 1932-1991, Jimmy Stewart achieved fame on stage, screen, and TV. He won an Academy Award for his role in "The Philadelphia Story." Other films included "Mr. Smith . . . — — Map (db m40565) HM
Near Philadelphia Street (Pennsylvania Route 286/954) at North 8th Street.
Jim Nance was an accomplished athlete from Indiana county. He excelled in football and wrestling at Indiana High School and Syracuse University. He was the first African American two-time heavyweight wrestling champion in high school and the NCAA. . . . — — Map (db m154843) HM
On Wayne Avenue at Washington Street, on the right when traveling south on Wayne Avenue.
This site, one of the oldest and most historic in Indiana County, was initially surveyed in 1774 as part of the larger tract known as “Colforgie”. Conrad Rice, an early owner and inhabitant of the tract, deeded the park’s two acres to . . . — — Map (db m78062) HM
On Philadelphia Street at Heritage Run Road, on the right when traveling east on Philadelphia Street.
About 1781, Fergus Morehead, pioneer settler, built a fort near the buildings about 200 yards south, to protect his family and neighbors from hostile Indians. It was the first permanent settlement in this vicinity. — — Map (db m40567) HM
On Airport Road (Pennsylvania Route 1006) 0.2 miles east of Pennsylvania Route 286, on the left when traveling east.
In 1936 seventy-five percent of Pennsylvania farms had no electric service. During the next five years, with Federal support, 14 consumer-owned cooperatives were formed in this State. Southwest Central Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation, serving . . . — — Map (db m40568) HM
The Catawba and Kittanning early Native
American paths intersected near this
location. The Catawba served as a major
north south trail while the Kittanning
ran east and west. Both offered Native
Americans and early Europeans a path-
way to a . . . — — Map (db m89218) HM
Near Philadelphia Street (Pennsylvania Route 286) at North Sixth Street.
On June 26, 1845, this 12 year-old fugitive slave was captured by slave hunters. Armed residents surrounded the hotel where he was held and demanded his release, defying federal law. Judge Thomas White freed him in the old courthouse on this site. — — Map (db m40559) HM
On Philadelphia Street west of North Taylor Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Founded in 2017, the Northern Appalachian Folk Festival Inc.’s "Walk of Fame” recognizes significant accomplishments made by residents from the northern Appalachian region in the fields of human rights, education, the environment, the arts, and . . . — — Map (db m202042) HM
American labor pioneer. Born in Indiana County, 1828. Founder, National Union of Iron Molders, 1859. President, National Labor Union, 1868-1869. Sylvis strove for unity among working men and women regardless of race or nationality. He died, "labor's . . . — — Map (db m40561) HM
On North Manor Street, 0.1 miles north of Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 403), on the right when traveling north.
Born and raised in Marion Center, Park is recognized as one of the most significant American folk painters. His realistic depictions of rural life, most notably “The Flax Scutching Bee” (1847), provide invaluable documentation of 19th . . . — — Map (db m49201) HM
This Bell Called The Faithful To Worship At
Grace Lutheran Church
Lockport, PA 1907 - 1960
Dedicated To: John Gehring
Whose Perseverance And Dedication
Saw This Project To Completion — — Map (db m184621) HM
On Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 85/210) at Pennsylvania Route 210, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
Governor of Pennsylvania, 1927-1931, was born on a farm, 1 mile northeast of here, in 1867. He supported an extensive State building program, revised the State fiscal system, and promoted the conservation of natural resources. Died in 1940. — — Map (db m49199) HM
On East Creek Road (Pennsylvania Route 1038) at Church Road, on the right when traveling east on East Creek Road.
First gristmill on the Little Mahoning Creek used for grinding grain in the early 1800's was owned and operated by St. Clair Hurd.
1933 - W.P.A. set millstone on present site.
June 9, 1993 - restored by Rex Hurd and Carl Kendra. . . . — — Map (db m132491) HM
On West Side Street at Central Street (Pennsylvania Route 336), on the right when traveling west on West Side Street.
On April 1, 1927, 200,000 bituminous coal miners nationwide struck to protest wage reductions. In November, strikers in Rossiter were prohibited from assembling, marching, and hymn singing by a sweeping injunction issued by Indiana County Judge . . . — — Map (db m49200) HM
On Washington Street (Pennsylvania Route 286) at West Penn Trail, on the right when traveling east on Washington Street.
First salt well in the vicinity was drilled, 1813-14. By the 1830's this area had become a leading United States salt producer. Important to its shipment was the Pennsylvania Canal's Western Division. The canal crossed here, 1829-1864, and was the . . . — — Map (db m49208) HM
On Washington Street (Pennsylvania Route 286) at West Penn Trail, on the right when traveling west on Washington Street.
Site of Pennsylvania main line canal 1829-1864
In Saltsburg were two boatyards, warehouses, lift lock number 8 and A turning basin. Salt was shipped from wells nearby. Passengers traveled on packet boats. One of these was owned and operated by . . . — — Map (db m49211) HM
Near Water Street, 0.1 miles south of Washington Street.
On June 7, 1997, this park was dedicated to the memory of William I. Maxwell. His love for and commitment to the Saltsburg community, combined with his love for the river, make the Rivers' Edge park a fitting tribute that the community and its . . . — — Map (db m49206) HM
Near Hemlock Acres Road, 2.2 miles north of Pennsylvania Route 954.
This is a small re-creation of an 18th century log fort or blockhouse typical of this area. The building was erected in Smicksburg by Amish craftsmen using local logs and authentic saddle-notch construction and then moved to this site. Log buildings . . . — — Map (db m49198) HM
Near Kittanning Street (Pennsylvania Route 954) at Clarion Street.
While the exact date of construction of this building is uncertain, it dated from at least 1870 and was one of the most important commercial buildings in Smicksburg. While M. A. Stear is listed as the owner in 1871, the building served a succession . . . — — Map (db m163534) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 954 at Mill Street, on the right when traveling east on State Route 954.
The store located on this corner was built by John A. Campbell in 1910. By the 1930's the store was owned by George and Sara Riethmiller. Like many other small town stores, it sold a little bit of everything from ice cream and fabric to gasoline. . . . — — Map (db m79986) HM
