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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM135_edward-acheson_Washington-PA.html
The eminent American chemist was born in this house with the round corner, 1856. Was awarded many medals for his invention of carborundum, artificial graphite, and other valuable products of the electric furnace.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM12W_lemoyne-house_Washington-PA.html
Built, 1812, by Dr. John LeMoyne. For many years, home of his son Dr. Francis LeMoyne, noted abolitionist, and builder of first crematory in U.S. Now the home of the Washington County Historical Society.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM12M_gamma-chapter-of-beta-theta-pi_Washington-PA.html
This plaza is the gift of Gamma Chapter of Beta Theta Pi, the oldest chapter in continuous existence and the first chapter of a college social fraternity in Pennsylvania, to mark the 125th Anniversary of its founding in 1842 at Jefferson College.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM123_washington-and-jefferson-college_Washington-PA.html
Chartered history starts with the founding of Washington Acacemy in 1787. A section of the Administration Building erected, 1793. Washington College (1806) and Jefferson College (1802) were united in 1865.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM11T_washington_Washington-PA.html
Laid out in 1781 by John and William Hoge. Site of Indian Catfish Camp. Boro charter, 1810; city, 1823. National Road center and rich in historic buildings and associations. Named for George Washington.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM111_hills-tavern_Scenery-Hill-PA.html
This tavern, in continuous operation since 1794 when it was opened by Stephen Hill, is one of the oldest on the National Road. It was a popular stop for stage coaches and waggoners.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM10S_james-g-blaine_Brownsville-PA.html
Born Jan. 31, 1838, on this site, of Pennsylvania pioneer ancestry. Washington College graduate. Moved to Maine in 1854. Served the nation as member of Congress, party leader and Secretary of State.