Washington County, Pennsylvania
Acheson, Edward G., House
Administration Building, Washington and Jefferson College
Bailey Covered Bridge
Beallsville Historic District
Bethel African American Episcopal Church of Monongahela City
Bradford, David, House
Brownlee, Samuel, House
Brownlee, Scott, Covered Bridge
Caldwell Tavern
Canonsburg Armory
Cement City Historic District
Centerville Historic District
Charleroi Historic District
Charleroi-Monessen Bridge
Crawford Covered Bridge
Dager-Wonsettler Farmstead
Danley Covered Bridge
Davis, Horn, Overholtzer Bridge
Day Covered Bridge
Derrow, Margaret, House
Devil's Den, McClurg Covered Bridge
Doak-Little House
Dorsey, Joseph, House
Dusmal House
East Washington Historic District
Ebenezer Covered Bridge
Erskine Covered Bridge
First National Bank of Charleroi
Fleming, Molly, House
Friend, Philip, House
Harrison House
Hawthorne School
Henry Covered Bridge
Hill's Tavern
Huffman Distillery and Chopping Mill
Hughes Covered Bridge
Jackson's Mill Covered Bridge
Jennings-Gallagher House
Kinder's Mill
Krepps Covered Bridge
Leatherman Covered Bridge
LeMoyne Crematory
Lemoyne, Dr. Julius, House
LeMoyne, F. Julius, House
Little, Moses, Tavern
Longwell, David, House
Lyle Covered Bridge
Malden Inn
Manchester, Isaac, House
Marianna Historic District
Martin Farmstead
Martin's Mill Covered Bridge
Mauer, Dr. Joseph House
Mays, Blaney Covered Bridge
Meadowcroft Rockshelter
Miller, Longdon L., Covered Bridge
Mingo Creek Presbyterian Church and Churchyard
Monongahela Cemetery
Montgomery House
Munce, Thomas, House
Nelson, John H., House
Nesbit-Walker Farm
Old Main, California State College
Parkinson, Robert, Farm
Pennsylvania Railroad Freight Station
Pennsylvania Railroad Passenger Station
Pine Bank Covered Bridge
Plant's Covered Bridge
Plantation Plenty (Boundary Increase)
Ralston Freeman Covered Bridge
Regester Log House
Ringland Tavern
Roberts House
Ross, Frank L., Farm
"S" Bridge
Sawhill Covered Bridge
Scenery Hill Historic District
Slusher, David, Farm
Sprowl's Covered Bridge
Stephenson-Campbell House
Taylorstown Historic District
Thome, James, Farm
Trinity Hall
Ulery Mill
US Post Office-Charleroi
Washington Armory
Washington Commercial Historic District
Washington County Courthouse
Washington County Jail
Washington Trust Company Building
Webster Donora Bridge
Welsh-Emery House
West Alexander Historic District
West Middletown Historic District
White, John, House
Wilson's Mill Covered Bridge
Wilson, Levi, Tavern
Wright, Cerl, Covered Bridge
Wright, Enoch, House
Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge
25 Ton G.E. Diesel-Electric Locomotive 89
Bradford House
California
California Boatyards
Captain Philo McGiffin
Cement City
Centerville
Cincinnati Mine Disaster
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Claysville
Colonel George Morgan
Cross Creek Church
David Reed
Delvin G. Miller
Doddridge's Fort
Dr. Jonathan Letterman
Edward Acheson
Elisha McCurdy
Fort Cox or Coxes Station
Gamma Chapter of Beta Theta Pi
Gantz Oil Well
George Washington
Globe Inn
Hills Tavern
Horseshoe Baptist Cemetery
Independence Community Honor Roll
Jackie Ormes
James Chapel Methodist Church
James G. Blaine
Jay Livingston
Jesse William Lazear
John K. Tener
John McMillan
Joseph A.Jock Yablonski
LeMoyne Crematory
LeMoyne House
Madonna of the Trail
Marianna Mine Explosion
McDonald Oil Field
Meadowcroft Rockshelter
Millers Blockhouse
Mingo Creek Church
Monongahela
Monongahela
Monongahela
Mt. Hope United Presbyterian Church
National Road
One Extraordinary Street
Rabe Manor
Ralston Thresher
Rebecca Harding Davis
Rices Fort
Richfol Shelter
Site of Burgett Home and Fort
Site of Old Lindley Fort and Stockade
The 1948 Donora Smog
The Abraham Tegarden Family
The Fraternity of Phi Gamma Delta
The Mounds
The Reverend John McMillan, D.D.
The Reverend Thaddeus Dodd
The Whiskey Rebellion
Veterans Memorial
Veterans Memorial
Washington
Washington
Washington
Washington and Jefferson College
Washington and Jefferson College
Washington County
Whiskey Point
William Holmes McGuffey
Wolffs Fort
"Declaration & Address"
S Bridge
During the 18th and 19th centuries, Washington County played a significant role in the development of the region. The Battle of Jumonville Glen, a precursor to the French and Indian War, took place in present-day Fayette County, just south of Washington County. This conflict marked a pivotal moment in the struggle between the French and British for control over the Ohio River Valley.
With the onset of the American Industrial Revolution, Washington County became an important hub for coal mining, natural gas, and oil production in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The county's natural resources fueled economic growth and attracted immigrants seeking employment opportunities. Many European immigrants, particularly from Scotland and Eastern Europe, settled in Washington County during this time and contributed to the region's cultural diversity.
Washington County also played a significant role in the Whiskey Rebellion of 1791. The rebellion was a response to an excise tax imposed by the newly formed federal government on whiskey production. The area had a high concentration of distillers, and many farmers relied on whiskey as a form of currency. The rebellion was eventually suppressed by federal forces, but it highlighted the challenges faced by the young United States in enforcing federal laws in rural areas.
Today, Washington County continues to be an important center for energy production and agriculture. The region is also home to educational institutions like Washington & Jefferson College and scenic natural attractions such as the Ohiopyle State Park. With its rich history and diverse industries, Washington County remains a vibrant and dynamic part of Pennsylvania's heritage.
Brief timeline of the history of Washington County, Pennsylvania:
- 1781 - Washington County is established on March 28, 1781, as one of the original three counties of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- 1791 - The Whiskey Rebellion, a violent protest against the federal excise tax on whiskey, occurs in Washington County.
- 1802 - Construction begins on the National Road, which passes through Washington County, becoming an important transportation route.
- 1861-1865 - During the American Civil War, Washington County actively participates, and many soldiers from the area fight in various battles.
- 1901 - The coal mining industry becomes a significant economic driver in Washington County, leading to rapid growth and development.
- 1928 - The Washington County Courthouse, an iconic neoclassical structure, is completed and becomes a recognized landmark.
- 1954 - The construction of the Washington County Airport begins, providing improved air transport options for the region.
- 1968 - Washington County Historical Society is founded to preserve and promote the history of the area.
- 1997 - The Meadows Racetrack and Casino opens in Washington County, contributing to the local economy and entertainment scene.
- 2011 - The Marcellus Shale natural gas industry boom brings significant economic changes to Washington County.
This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Washington County, Pennsylvania.