Interesting Facts About Allentown, PA

Allentown ranks third in the largest cities in Pennsylvania. It sits in Lehigh County and is a perfect location for people looking for a popular place to live in Pennsylvania. It has a total population of 118,032 as of 2010. The city, although popular, is not as busy as Pittsburgh or Philly, so you can still enjoy your solitude now and then. If you don't know much about the amazing history of this town, sit back, relax, and read on.

A former mayor of Philadelphia, William Allen was responsible for establishing Allentown in 1762. He lived a comfortable life and got his wealth from working as a shipping merchant. Allen also held a high position as the Chief Justice of Pennsylvania. The town commemorated its 250th anniversary last 2012, which makes it one of the oldest cities in the country.

If you have visited Allentown, you know that the Liberty Bell is one of its most interesting sites. The Liberty Bell, which was also known as the Pennsylvania State House bell, is significant to the overall history of the town. Each year, the Liberty Bell draws thousands of visitors wanting to see one of the most important memorials in all of U.S. It was successfully concealed from the British in the Revolutionary War and was kept at the Liberty Bell up to the present.

The town's flourishing economy depends greatly on their silk and textiles industries. The Adelaide Silk Mill in Allentown was one of the largest producers of silk in the world when it started operation in 1881. Allentown continues to thrive economically as it attracts new businesses.

As one of the most historic cities in the country, Allentown has been mentioned many times in different movies such as I Love You to Death and The Hangover Part II. Billy Joel also has a song based on Allentown which is also given a title after the town. Frank Sinatra's "The Train" is also in reference to Allentown.

If that is not enough, Allentown is home to several famous names. Ed McCaffrey and Andre Reed, both NFL wide receivers actress Amanda Seyfried, music publisher Howard Buss, and Lauren Weisberger all came from Allentown.

The town also offers something for entertainment and art lovers. There is no scarcity of options in this town with a colorful history and vibrant culture. You can visit the Miller Symphony Hall, the Nineteenth Street Theater, the Allentown Museum, and plenty more. One of the oldest civilian bands in the U.S. called the Allentown Band also got their roots in Allentown.

You can find your cup of tea in Allentown. Whether it is art, entertainment, culture, history, education, or career, this city got you covered. If you are looking to visit this place or thinking of relocating here, it is definitely the place to be, and you will never regret choosing it as a destination. Allentown has a promising future, and it is just wonderful if you could be part of it.

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