Historical Marker

Dutch Settlers

2028 River Rd. (LR 45012), 6.7 miles NE of Shawnee · Monroe

Inscription

First European settlers in this region were Dutch who came over the "Old Mine Road," traveling from the Hudson to the Delaware. Crossing at Walpack Bend, they then used this road, oldest in Monroe County.

Location

Address2028 River Rd. (LR 45012), 6.7 miles NE of Shawnee

CountyMonroe

StatePennsylvania

Coordinates41.064700, -75.017860

Sources

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission

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