Historical Marker

Keyser Creek

331 N Main St. (SR 3013), 200 yds from Taylor Profess. Plaza, near guardrail, Taylor · Taylor · Lackawanna

Pennsylvania marker

Inscription

At this point was established the first white settlement in Lackawanna County. In 1769, Timothy Keys, Solomon Hocksey, Andrew Hickman built homes here. In July, 1778, Keys and others were slain by Indians. The Creek is named for Keys.

Location

Address331 N Main St. (SR 3013), 200 yds from Taylor Profess. Plaza, near guardrail, Taylor
CityTaylor
CountyLackawanna
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.387690, -75.704819

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