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Petersburg Tollhouse, Historic tollhouse in Addison, Pennsylvania.

The Petersburg Tollhouse stands along U.S. Route 40, featuring traditional architectural elements from the early nineteenth century transportation infrastructure.

Constructed in 1835, this tollhouse marked the first collection point for travelers entering Pennsylvania on the National Road westward route.

The structure represents early American transportation development, managed by the Great Crossings Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

The Petersburg Tollhouse welcomes visitors through scheduled appointments, with parking spaces available near the historical structure.

Among only three remaining tollhouses from the National Pike era, this building occupies 0.1 acres of preserved historical ground.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 39.74639,-79.33500

Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:31

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