Jim Thorpe (Mauch Chunk)
1954A former coal town that renamed itself after the Olympic athlete Jim Thorpe in 1954, hoping to attract tourism and a memorial.
18.6 mi away
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A former coal town that renamed itself after the Olympic athlete Jim Thorpe in 1954, hoping to attract tourism and a memorial.
9 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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…
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…
Step back in time at this historic train station, which served both East Stroudsburg and Stroudsburg since 1856. Built by the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad, this station on Crystal Street was the local stop…
Imagine standing on ground where people camped over 12,000 years ago! The Shawnee-Minisink Site in the upper Delaware Valley gives us a rare glimpse into the lives of Paleoindians.Around 10,900 BC, these early…
Imagine the heyday of rail travel at this historic spot, a vital link for the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad. This station in Delaware Water Gap wasn't just a stop; it was a gateway to the Pocono Mountains.…
This is the town of Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, and the red-granite mausoleum off North Street (Route 903) holds the remains of the man it is named for. Honest anchor first: Thorpe never set foot here while alive. The…
A former coal town that renamed itself after the Olympic athlete Jim Thorpe in 1954, hoping to attract tourism and a memorial.
Imagine living in a palace built by coal! That's the story of the Asa Packer Mansion, right here in Jim Thorpe. Asa Packer, born in 1805, rose from humble beginnings to become a titan of the coal and railroad…
Get ready to learn about what many consider the world's first roller coaster, right here in Carbon County! It wasn't originally for thrills, though. It was built to haul coal. Back in 1827, the Lehigh Coal & Navigation…