Easton Pennsylvania
Easton was founded by Thomas Penn, son of William Penn in 1752, as the Northhampton County seat, but had been known earlier by Native Americans as "Lechawitauk - The Place at the Forks". Easton's location at the confluence of the Delaware and Lehigh rivers shaped the city's destiny.Easton's Great Square (now known as the Centre Square) was and remains a gathering place for residents and travelers. On July 8, 1776 it was the site for one only three readings of the Declaration of Independence. This event is commemorated by the town annually with a Heritage Day celebration.
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With colonial charm, and distinctive architecture, historic and walkable downtown Easton is a great place to tour, shop, dine and explore. Easton will be a place you'll want to visit again and again.
Awaken your senses you're in for a delightful and entertaining stay in Easton,PA! It's right here for you to discover in the land of canal boats, wonderful architecture, and treasures from times long past that we have uniquely preserved in time and space. There's lots to do and see in and around Easton. COME FOR THE COLOR, STAY FOR THE FUN!
Crayola Center and Canal Museum
The Crayola Center and Canal Museum located next to Bixler's provides an educational experience and fun for children of all ages.Bethlehem
Bethlehem is a neighboring community in eastern Pennsylvania. It lies in Northampton and Lehigh counties. Bethlehem borders with the cities of Allentown and Easton and is part of the greater Lehigh Valley community. Bethlehem, "the Christmas City", is a city of nearly 72,000 people and is known for its rich colonial and industrial history. Today Bethlehem is experiencing an economic and cultural renaissance promising a future as bright as the city's past. |
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Forks Township
Forks Township was founded in 1754 as an agricultural based community located between the Bushkill Creek and the Delaware River north of the City of Easton. It is obvious the township was named for the Forks of the Delaware, where the Delaware and Lehigh Rivers converge at Easton. The township was briefly involved in one of the most noted chapters of the revolution, the Sullivan Expedition of 1779 where Gen. John Sullivan was to proceed to New York State to engage the Iroquois Indians.Today, Forks Township is one of the fastest growing communities in Northampton County experiencing a 51% increase in population growth since 1990. Yet, the township still maintains its rural atmosphere with almost 55% of the land used for agricultural purposes and 184 acres set aside as park and open space land. Home of Binney & Smith, makers of Crayola® crayons, Forks Township also enjoys a significant commercial and industrial base.
Fork Township Organization Forks Township - 1606 Sullivan Trail - Easton, PA. 18040 - Phone: 610-252-0785
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