Historical Marker

Admiral Peary Park

At site, St. Joseph St. (SR 1005), just N of junction with Adm. Peary Hwy. (SR 2014) W of Cresson ยท Cambria

Pennsylvania marker

Inscription

Rear Admiral Robert E. Peary was born near Cresson on May 6, 1856. This Park and monument commemorate his birth and achievements. Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. NOTE: "Administered by" painted out in 2017 as no longer correct.

Location

AddressAt site, St. Joseph St. (SR 1005), just N of junction with Adm. Peary Hwy. (SR 2014) W of Cresson
CountyCambria
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.461410, -78.599170

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