DuBois

DuBois is a city in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, situated roughly 100 miles northeast of Pittsburgh and crossed by Sandy Lick Creek. The town comprises residential neighborhoods, commercial areas, and structures that reflect its origins as an industrial-era settlement.

The settlement began in 1812 under John Rumbarger and was renamed after lumber magnate John DuBois, who invested significantly in early buildings and infrastructure. The town's growth became tied to timber extraction and other industries that shaped the broader region throughout the 1800s and early 1900s.

The Reitz Theatre hosts performances that draw people from the surrounding region, and the Winkler Gallery displays work from local and regional artists. These venues shape how residents and visitors experience creative life in the area.

The town is most easily reached by car, with local roads that wind through residential and commercial areas. A regional airport located roughly 10 miles northwest offers flight connections for visitors arriving by air.

A striking owl monument stands in the area, easily noticed by anyone passing through town. The proximity to wild elk herds that roam in nearby Elk County to the north provides unexpected opportunities to spot these animals in their natural setting.

Location: Clearfield County

Inception: 1812

GPS coordinates: 41.12030,-78.76190

Latest update: December 17, 2025 07:42