Harrisburg
Inscription
Pennsylvania's capital since 1812. As Harris' Ferry, was settled a century before by John Harris Sr. Laid out as a town in 1785 by John Harris Jr. For over 200 years a center of travel, trade, and historic events.
Location
AddressCameron St (US 230) S of Harrisburg at Steelton line
CityHarrisburg
CountyDauphin
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates40.241854, -76.856112
Sources
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