| ....... | Northampton County, Pennsylvania, where we are
Northampton County
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| Northampton County (population
247,000) was created on March 11, 1752 from parts of Bucks County and
named for Northamptonshire, England, where Thomas Penn's father-in-law,
the Earl of Pomfret, lived. Easton, the county seat, was named for the
Earl's estate. |
| Allentown, Bethlehem
and Easton and the surrounding areas offer a unique blend of history,
beauty and recreation. Whether you travel leisurely, in a mule-drawn
canal boat or zip through the channels of Wildwater Kingdom, the Lehigh
Valley provides an educational, fun-filled experience for everyone.
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| You are invited to discover
everything Northampton County has to offer. Visit the Moravian Museum
- discover the culture of the Moravians who founded Bethlehem in 1741
and introduced a distinctive heritage of industry and music. Learn about
the early trades of the 18th Century Industrial Area, and appreciate
unique folk art collections at the Kemerer Museum. Northampton County
is more than just a place to visit, it's an experience rich with history,
beauty and fun. |
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