Pottsville, County seat city in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania.
Located 97 miles northwest of Philadelphia, Pottsville spans along the west bank of the Schuylkill River at an elevation of 200 meters.
The city originated in 1806 when John Pott purchased a forge, received formal layout in 1816, and obtained city charter status in 1911.
The Pottsville Maroons football team competed in the National Football League from 1925 to 1928, claiming a contested championship title in 1925.
The Union Station Intermodal Transit Center provides intercity bus services throughout Schuylkill County and connects with regional transportation networks.
D.G. Yuengling & Son, established in 1829, maintains its position as the oldest operating brewery in the United States from its Pottsville location.
Location: Schuylkill County
Inception: 1806
Elevation above the sea: 200 m
Website: http://city.pottsville.pa.us
GPS coordinates: 40.68500,-76.20280
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:21
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