Everything Easton is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Easton.
Once the second-largest steel producer in America, Bethlehem Steel forged the beams for the Golden Gate Bridge, the Empire State Building, and most U.S. warships.
Founded on Christmas Eve 1741 by Moravian settlers, Bethlehem became a center of early American music and communal living.
49 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Catch a show at this beautifully restored 1920s theater, a hub for arts and entertainment in Easton. The State Theatre, now officially known as the State Theatre Center for the Arts, first opened its doors in 1926 as a…
Think of this place as a stage where centuries of Easton's story have played out. This historic district showcases the heart of Easton, with buildings dating back to 1752 and representing styles up to 1910. The district…
Imagine traveling by boat along this 60-mile canal, a vital transportation route in the 19th century. The Delaware Canal, completed around 1832, was built to transport anthracite coal from northeastern Pennsylvania to…
Step back in time as we approach Easton Cemetery, the final resting place of some truly remarkable people. Established in 1849, Easton Cemetery reflects the popular rural cemetery movement of the time. Think rolling…
This historic change bridge once spanned the Lehigh River, serving as a vital link for canal traffic. Built between 1856 and 1857, the Chain Bridge, also called the Lehigh Canal Swinging Bridge, was designed to allow…
You're looking at a rare survivor: the Seigle Homestead, the only two-story log house left in Warren County. This wasn't just a house; it was a testament to early American ingenuity and resilience. Built around 1793,…
Stop here and you're standing at the heart of early Moravian life in Pennsylvania. These two unassuming buildings, the Whitefield House and Gray Cottage, tell a story of faith, resilience, and a fresh start. In 1740, a…
Pull over here a minute; this spot was once the heart of a Moravian boys' school that shaped generations. Founded in 1756, Nazareth Hall became a boarding school in 1759 for the sons of Moravian families. Boys came here…
This seemingly peaceful grist mill stands on ground forged in the fires of revolution. In 1727, Durham Furnace roared to life, producing pig and bar iron. For seventy years, it fueled industry, but its most critical…
Founded on Christmas Eve 1741 by Moravian settlers, Bethlehem became a center of early American music and communal living.
Imagine weary travelers from the 1700s finding respite at this inn built by the Moravian community. This is the Moravian Sun Inn, built in Bethlehem. The Moravian community built this inn in the eighteenth century to…
Ever wonder why a place like Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, had a silk mill? This complex whispers tales of a once-booming industry. The Bethlehem Silk Mill began in 1886. It grew over the next 15 years, eventually becoming a…
Imagine a community built on faith, literally brick by brick. That's Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, thanks to the Moravians. In the mid-1700s, these Protestant settlers, seeking religious freedom, established a communal…
This unassuming brick building played a crucial role in forging America's industrial might. Bethlehem Steel's Lehigh Plant Mill #2 Annex, also known as Merchant Mill No. 2, hummed with activity as part of a sprawling…
Get ready to experience a slice of history, because you're approaching the grand Hotel Bethlehem! This place isn't just a hotel; it's a landmark that has welcomed dignitaries and celebrities for over a century. The…
These aren't just old timbers; they're the heart of a community's dream. The Moravian Museum of Bethlehem, also known as the 1741 Gemeinhaus, stands as the oldest building in Bethlehem. Built by the Moravians, a…
Pull over here! You're looking at a piece of Bethlehem history: the Goundie House, believed to be the town's first brick building. Back in 1810, John Sebastian Goundie, the town brewer, built this place. It wasn't just…
Believe it or not, this unassuming spot was once home to what's believed to be the oldest pump-powered public water supply in the entire United States. Back in 1762, the Moravian community here in Bethlehem built this…
Ever wonder how colonists turned animal hides into leather? Here in Bethlehem, you're near a rare surviving example: The Tannery. Built in 1761 by the Moravian community, this limestone building was where they processed…
Once the tallest building in the Lehigh Valley, this spot was dominated by the 21-story Martin Tower. Built in 1972 as the headquarters for Bethlehem Steel, it stood 332 feet tall. It was even taller than the PPL…
Once the second-largest steel producer in America, Bethlehem Steel forged the beams for the Golden Gate Bridge, the Empire State Building, and most U.S. warships.
Before you, the Hill to Hill Bridge isn't just a way across the Lehigh River; it's a symbol of Bethlehem's progress. Back in the early 1920s, Bethlehem was booming, but getting from the north to the south side was a…
Pull over, because this unassuming spot was once at the heart of a global industry. You're near what was once a major hub of silk production: the Lehigh Valley Silk Mills. It all started in 1881, when the first silk…
This unassuming bridge is more than just a way to cross the Musconetcong River; it's a survivor from a bygone era of iron engineering. Back in 1868, Francis C. Lowthorp designed this Pony Pratt Truss bridge, and William…
Before you, stand the silent remains of Oxford Furnace, a monument to America's early industrial might. Back in 1741, Jonathan Robeson built this blast furnace, and by 1743 it was churning out pig iron. Decades later,…
Imagine this quiet corner of New Jersey once roaring with the sounds of industry, thanks to the Oxford Industrial Historic District. This area became a center of iron production beginning in 1741, with the establishment…
Here in Catasauqua, you're near the home of a true American patriot. This is where George Taylor, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, lived and breathed the ideals of liberty. Taylor, an ironmaster by trade,…
Step back in time as we cruise through the Catasauqua Residential Historic District, a showcase of stunning architecture. This area blossomed in the mid- to late-1800s, reflecting Catasauqua's industrial boom. Wealthy…
Stop for a moment and imagine the clatter and aroma of a brewery working at full tilt. That's what this spot, the Neuweiler Brewery in Allentown, was once famous for. Built between 1911 and 1913, the Neuweiler Brewery,…
Pull over for a minute and picture this: you're looking at what was once a summer escape from Philadelphia's hustle and bustle. This is Trout Hall, built between 1768 and 1770 by James Allen, the son of Allentown's…
This charming covered bridge uses a unique lattice-type design, a testament to early American engineering. The Erwinna Covered Bridge spans Swamp Creek, connecting this part of Bucks County. It's believed to have been…
Pull over here for a minute – this Americus Hotel isn't just a place to stay, it's a time capsule of Allentown's boom years. Back in the 1920s, a group of local businessmen decided Allentown needed a first-class hotel…
These aren't just old brick towers; they're the silent giants that fueled America's building boom! They're the Coplay Cement Company Kilns. Built between 1892 and 1893, these Schoefer vertical kilns churned out Portland…
Pull over for a minute and imagine stagecoaches rattling up to this very spot, their passengers eager for a rest and a drink. This is the Ramsaysburg Homestead, once a bustling tavern right on the Delaware River. Built…
Get ready to cross a bridge that was once a world record holder! The Albertus L. Meyers Bridge, or Eighth Street Bridge as it was originally known, was the longest and highest concrete bridge in the world when it…
Pull over for a second; this is the Stover Mill, once the heart of this community. Built around 1832, it was more than just a mill. Farmers from miles around brought their grains here to be ground into flour and feed.…
You're near a place that once ground the daily bread for this whole community: Helfrich's Springs Grist Mill. Constructed in 1807, the mill harnessed the power of the Jordan Creek to grind grain into flour. For…
Creak, clatter, rumble! Imagine the sounds this bridge has heard over the decades. It's more than just a pretty picture; it's a survivor. Built in 1872, the Frankenfield Covered Bridge was designed to help locals cross…
This unassuming mill was once the beating heart of Clinton's economy. Dunham's Mill, later known as Parry's Mill, played a crucial role in processing grains for the community for over a century. From 1837 to 1952,…
Marvel at the craftsmanship of this 1873 covered bridge, located next to the historic Levi Sheard Mill. It's more than just a pretty picture; it's a survivor. The Sheard's Mill Covered Bridge was built in 1873,…
Stop the car a minute and imagine life in early colonial New Jersey. This is the Christoffel Vought Farmstead, built way back in 1759! Christoffel Vought, the guy who built it, created what was then a pretty typical…
Drive through this charming 1841 covered bridge, a reminder of a bygone era of transportation. Bogert Covered Bridge, nestled here in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is a surviving example of early American bridge building.…
Pull over for a minute and imagine life centuries ago, because right here, the Fenner-Snyder Mill tells a story of early industry in Pennsylvania. Built around 1730, this grist mill on McMichael Creek was a vital part…
Pull over for a moment and picture this: you're looking at what's believed to be the oldest continuously occupied building in the entire Lehigh Valley. It's called the Shelter House. Built around 1734, the Shelter House…
Prepare to step back in time to an era when local mills were the lifeblood of agricultural communities. Haines Mill, built around 1840, was more than just a building; it was the center of the region's economy. Farmers…
Imagine life without electricity or modern machinery! That's the reality brought to life at Quiet Valley Farm. This farm offers a glimpse into the lives of Pennsylvania German families from the late 18th century through…
Hold onto your hats, folks, because this isn't just any old bridge; it's a survivor! Manasses Guth Covered Bridge, built way back when Abe Lincoln was still finding his footing, has seen more than its fair share of…
Take a good look, because this isn't just any bridge – it's a portal to the past, a survivor from a time when covered bridges dotted the Pennsylvania landscape. Built in 1871, the Cabin Run Covered Bridge was…
Pull over here for a minute – this unassuming farm is where the organic gardening movement really took root in America. In 1940, J.I. Rodale bought this farm and started experimenting with composting and natural…