On Water Street west of Harrison Street, on the left when traveling west.
The great Ohio River - and the Beaver River that flows into it - played important roles in attracting settlers to the Rochester area. Two hundred years ago, the rivers here served as main transportation routes, sources for industrial water power and . . . — — Map (db m55923) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 68 0.4 miles south of Benvenue Road, on the right when traveling north.
Benvenue Manor was built in 1816 by George Henry Mueller near the Old Venango Trail. Stone for the manor was quarried on the property. Saint Paul's Lutheran Church, Zelienople, was founded here. Also on the property is Sunrise Cottage, built in . . . — — Map (db m50287) HM
On Madison Street at Delaware Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Madison Street.
One of the first river bridges constructed in Beaver County was the Big Beaver Tall Bridge, which connected the thriving manufacturing town of Bridgewater with its smaller suburb of "East Bridgewater in 1815. This wooden, covered bridge lasted just . . . — — Map (db m206720) HM
On Pittsburgh Road at Allendale Road, on the right when traveling north on Pittsburgh Road.
First Catholic cemetery in Beaver County. Land given by Edward Daugherty for Catholic burials upon the death of his brother 1801. Transferred to sponsor parish Saint Peter and Paul, Beaver 1832. Burial ground for parish priests, Father James Reid . . . — — Map (db m50285) HM
On Madison Street at Delaware Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Madison Street.
The Beaver Division of the Pennsylvania Canal System was one of the most important developments in early Beaver County history. This combination of a canal and slack water navigation system began at the mouth of the Beaver River and extended to . . . — — Map (db m206673) HM
On Adams Street (Pennsylvania Route 68) at Harmony Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Adams Street.
Founded in Rochester by Henry Clay Fry President of the Rochester Tumbler and National Glass Company. Hundreds of skilled workers produced world renowned glass including cut, tableware, ovenware, art, industrial and optical glass of the finest . . . — — Map (db m45786) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
October 10, 1898: Rochester Volunteer Fire Department was established.
January 30, 1928: Rochester Township Volunteer Fire Department was established.
August 20, 1928: East Rochester Volunteer Fire Department was established. . . . — — Map (db m304703) HM
On Water Street west of Harrison Street, on the left when traveling west.
In the 1880s, the heart of Rochester lay on the flat stretch of land along the Ohio River. The main road, Water Street, was a perfect location for businesses for many reasons. Proximity to the rivers and railroads meant heavy supplies could . . . — — Map (db m55906) HM
Near Delaware Avenue 0.1 miles north of West Madison Street ( Route 18).
Home of Joseph H. Bausman D.D. 1854-1924 author of best known and most used history of Beaver County 2-volume Published 1904
Pastor of United Presbyterian and congregational churches Rochester 1882-1907
Professor English Literature Washington . . . — — Map (db m50284) HM
On YMCA Drive 0 miles east of Delaware Avenue ( Route 18/65), on the right when traveling west.
Built by Beaver Valley Traction Company to increase trolley ridership. 2 roller coasters, carousel, diner theatre, dance hall, dark ride, and grandstands with a racetrack and ballfields. In 1929 an Olympic pool was added. The rides were gone by 1941 . . . — — Map (db m51428) HM
On Water Street west of Harrison Street, on the right when traveling east.
In 1803, Meriwether Lewis led the corps of discovery, 11 men on a keelboat, though Beaver County. They stayed overnight about 3 miles west of Beaver and stopped in Georgetown. This visit was commemorated by a reenactment in Rochester and Georgetown . . . — — Map (db m44791) HM
On Water Street west of Harrison Street, on the right when traveling east.
Talgayeeta, a Cayuga Indian also known as Chief Logan lived here 1772. Logans sister Koonay married trader John Gibson here. Logans family was massacred by renegade whites at Yellow Creek in 1774. He then wreaked terrible vengeance on white settlers . . . — — Map (db m44880) HM
On Brighton Avenue 0 miles north of Adams Street ( Route 68), on the right when traveling north.
Born in Rochester June 2, 1860 to Joseph R. and Matilda Cross Pendleton. United States Navy Academy 1878. He fired last shot in Spanish American War. Camp Pendleton California named in his honor. Died February 4, 1942. Buried at National Cemetery . . . — — Map (db m45789) HM
On Water Street west of Harrison Street, on the left when traveling north.
By 1851 the railroad had arrived at Rochester. Rail transit had been developed in the year before and had finally spread through Pittsburgh and surrounding western Pennsylvania towns.
Railroads were built on flat surfaces - one commonly flat . . . — — Map (db m55185) HM
On Adams Street at Henon Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Adams Street.
The Camp House erected in 1870 by Michael Camp, Jr. Believed to be the oldest continuing family in Rochester. Leaders in civic, religious and fraternal affairs. This was home to three county commissioners and four masters of the Rochester Masonic . . . — — Map (db m50183) HM
On Pine Run Road at Reno Road Extension/Grange Road, on the right when traveling east on Pine Run Road.
Oakland United Presbyterian Church was organized in 1870. A frame building was erected in 1872 on this site, donated by Thomas Boggs. Three pastors served the congregation: Reverend J.C. Evans, Reverend J. Patterson, and Reverend J.A. Hazlett. The . . . — — Map (db m51797) HM
On Rhode Island Avenue (Pennsylvania Route 18) at South Park Street, on the left when traveling north on Rhode Island Avenue.
(Front):
Time capsule and bridge memorial
Dedicated July 4, 1988
To be opened July 4, 2049
(Rear):
Beaver County, Pennsylvania
Rochester-Monaca Bridge
Built 1928-1930
Commissioners
Arthur W. Coombs-William . . . — — Map (db m304119) HM
Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania, is the oldest Masonic Lodge in Beaver County. Meeting continuously since it was constituted April 11, 1848, a year before Rochester Borough was incorporated the Masonic Temple was built in 1884. — — Map (db m45785) HM
On Irvin Avenue at Clay Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Irvin Avenue.
Black residents of Rochester, some former Virginia slaves employed at Park Brick Works, organized the church in 1894 on Jefferson Street. The present church foundation was built in 1904 with bricks prepared by church men, women and children. — — Map (db m50184) HM
On Water Street west of Harrison Street, on the left when traveling west.
Before bridges, ferry boats did a brisk business transporting passengers and their goods from shore to shore. But sometimes even ferries couldn't get through the area's frozen rivers in winter time.
It was in 1815 that the first bridge . . . — — Map (db m55159) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
As people began to immigrate here, they brought with them their culture and, most importantly, their religious beliefs. The earliest settlers generally met in each other's homes because they did not have the means to build places of worship and . . . — — Map (db m304548) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
As in any busy commercial town, people began to turn to entertainment to fill their non-working hours, and Rochester provided its citizens with many opportunities through the years. Patrons could visit the Grand Opera House for vaudeville acts, . . . — — Map (db m304347) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
During the last quarter of the 19th century, and through the first half of the 20th century, Rochester, "The Hub of Beaver County," was also the hub of the Beaver County glassmaking industry. Through the course of this period, Rochester was home . . . — — Map (db m304772) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
Henry Clay Fry was born in 1840 near Lexington, Kentucky, and at the age of 16 he found his way to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was employed by the William Phillips and Company glasshouse in 1856 until 1862 when Fry left to join the Union Army . . . — — Map (db m304770) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
Situated on the northernmost point of the Ohio River at the mouth of the Beaver River, Rochester was positioned to become one of the main terminals of transportation in Beaver County. With the installation of the Beaver Division Canal and . . . — — Map (db m304284) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
The Borough of Rochester owes its existence to a group of hardy pioneers who recognized the area's potential and made their homes here. Their settlement laid the foundation upon which a group of entrepreneurs would shape Rochester into one of the . . . — — Map (db m304376) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
Sports have always played an important role in the lives of Rochester residents whether they have been participants or spectators. Rochester High School has maintained a well-rounded athletic program with athletes continually striving to improve . . . — — Map (db m304375) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
Remarkable General Abner Lacock, Beaver County's first justice of the peace, a statesman in Pennsylvania and national government, a decision-maker in the War of 1812 and Rochester resident, had little opportunity for formal education. Yet the . . . — — Map (db m304677) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
One generation makes history, another records it. Emerson said, "We are the sum of all our yesterdays." In order to appreciate fully and recognize the blessings and opportunities of the present age, it is necessary to understand the . . . — — Map (db m304461) HM
On North Park Street at Brighton Avenue ( Route 18), on the right when traveling east on North Park Street.
The history of the settlement of Rochester centered around the efficient transportation of goods and people. Technological advances in steam and electric power led to speedy and safer travel that brought a rapid succession of new settlers and . . . — — Map (db m304529) HM
