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 . . . — — Map (db m248514) HM
During the civil war over 4,000 members of the Pennsylvania Volunteer reserves trained at camp wright which was located on this site. The soldiers who trained here went off to fight in the major battles of the Civil War. — — Map (db m186350) HM
The deep roots of religious tradition in Oakmont date back to 1857 with the establishment of the Oakmont Presbyterian Church. Throughout the 1900s, several more churches were established. As these congregations grew, some of these early church . . . — — Map (db m213347) HM
The northern end of town has long been identified with Jonathon Hulton, an early settler who arrived in 1845. The first train station on the Allegheny Valley Railroad was constructed on Hilton's property, and the small village that grew up around it . . . — — Map (db m213345) HM
Okamont has a strong industrial heritage. Throughout the 20th century, Oakmont served a combination of residential and industrial uses. Industry developed along the river, allowing trucks, barges, and railroads to deliver raw materials and ship . . . — — Map (db m213410) HM
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In honor of the brave men of this vicinity who offered their lives in defense of their country; and sacred to their memory.
1861–1865.
Sculpted by Louis Vergobbi
Resident of Oakmont
(East . . . — — Map (db m286779) WM
In honor of the men and women of Oakmont who served our nation in war and peace
World War I 1917-1918 ● World War II 1941-1945 ● Korea 1950-1953 ● Vietnam 1964-1975 ● Just Cause 12/89-1/90 ● Desert Storm . . . — — Map (db m286742) WM
Oakmont is situated on the riverbank of the scenic Allegheny River. The waterway has provided recreation to Oakmont's residents for over 100 years.
In the 1880s and 90s, sculling races were held on the river. Racers from all over the world . . . — — Map (db m248501) HM
