Butler County
N 40° 51.514 W 079° 53.727
17T E 593093 N 4523643
The County marker for Butler County is in front of the County Courthouse. Across the street is a nice veteran's memorial park. It's waymarking heaven! Park once, visit eight waymarks in seven different categories.
Waymark Code: WM11QR
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 12/17/2006
Views: 41
Marker Text:
Formed March 12, 1800, from Allegheny County. Named for Gen. Richard Butler, Revolutionary officer. A young George Washington had crossed this area, 1753. County seat was established at Butler in 1803, and the county was home of the Harmony Society, 1804-15.
Marker Name: Butler County
County: Butler
Date Dedicated: 06/11/1982
Marker Type: City
Location: County Courthouse, Main St. (Pa. 8), Butler
Category: Government & Politics, Government & Politics 19th Century, George Washington
Website: Not listed
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