Historical Marker

Camptown

Junction PA 706 & 409 at Camptown ยท Bradford

Pennsylvania marker

Inscription

Stephen Foster's well-known song, "Camptown Races," was probably inspired by the horse races run from this village to Wyalusing. "The Tioga Waltz," Foster's first music, was completed during his residence in nearby Towanda and Athens in 1840-41.

Location

AddressJunction PA 706 & 409 at Camptown
CountyBradford

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