Masontown, PA

About Masontown

• • Philander C. Knox, Secretary of State under Taft, was born near Masontown.
• • The Albert Gallatin Area School District, serving several towns, has its roots here.
• • Coal mining spurred Masontown's growth in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
• • A historic opera house once stood as a cultural beacon on Masontown's Main Street.
• • The decline of the coal industry significantly impacted Masontown's population and economy.
• • It was named after its founder, William Mason, and incorporated in 1876.
• • The population is around 600, a fraction of its peak during the coal boom.
• • Its elevation is approximately 991 feet, nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians.
• • Many residents commute to nearby towns for work in healthcare and retail.
• • A quiet, nostalgic feeling permeates the air, reminiscent of a bygone era.
• • The Pittsburgh Steelers, a short drive away, boast six Super Bowl titles.
• • Albert Gallatin High School's basketball team has a long tradition of local success.

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