Easton, County seat in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States
Description
Easton is a county seat in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, where the Delaware River and the Lehigh River converge. The two rivers form a natural boundary and shape the cityscape with their wide banks and bridges that connect the center with surrounding neighborhoods.
History
The city was founded in the 18th century as a strategic trading point at the confluence of two waterways. On July 8, 1776, citizens gathered here to publicly read the Declaration of Independence, giving the place a special role in American history.
Culture
The city takes its name from Easton in Wiltshire, England, reflecting the colonial roots of many early settlers. This connection shows today in the architecture of the old center, where brick buildings and traditional streetscapes recall the early settlement period.
Practical
The historic center is easy to explore on foot, with short distances between main points and benches at several public squares. The campus on College Hill sits on higher ground and requires some uphill walking, but offers a wide view over the two rivers from there.
Did you know?
Centre Square transforms each winter with the Peace Candle, a tall glowing structure set up during the holidays. This candle has stood in the center for decades and has become a fixed part of the local winter landscape that residents and visitors alike look forward to.
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Delaware Division of the Pennsylvania Canal
962 m
Peace Candle
696 m
Easton–Phillipsburg Toll Bridge
1.3 km
State Theatre
473 m
Easton Area Public Library
481 m
Easton Cemetery
1.2 km
Zeta Psi Fraternity House
1.3 kmNurture Nature Center
368 m
Lehigh Valley Railroad Bridge
1.2 km
Easton House
869 m
Parsons-Taylor House
516 m
Easton Historic District
468 m
Jacob Mixsell House
1 km
Phillipsburg Commercial Historic District
1.2 km
Jacob Nicholas House
302 m
Lander–Stewart Mansion and Stites Building
1.3 km
Northampton Street Bridge
1.1 km
Karl Stirner Arts Trail
1.2 km
Lehigh and Hudson River Railway Bridge
1.1 kmMount Washington
894 mCrayola Experience
615 mFowler Family Amphitheater
953 mWeiss Theater
978 mGallery on Fourth
538 mEaston Hospital Gallery
462 mTranscendence
1.3 kmMarquis de Lafayette Statue
1.2 kmSculpture, Work of art
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