Historical Marker

James Buchanan

PA 16W, @ fork of Stoney Batter & Buchanan Sts., at Buchanan State Park entrance, Cove Gap · Cove Gap · Franklin

Pennsylvania marker

Inscription

President 1857-1861. Was born April 23, 1791, a half-mile from here. The cabin itself was moved to Mercersburg, 1850, and in 1925 to Chambersburg. In 1953, it was removed to The Mercersburg Academy campus where it may be seen.

Location

AddressPA 16W, @ fork of Stoney Batter & Buchanan Sts., at Buchanan State Park entrance, Cove Gap
CityCove Gap
CountyFranklin
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates39.866449, -77.944840

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