Scranton, PA
Music connected to Scranton
About Scranton
- • Actor Michael Constantine, known for "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," was born in Scranton.
- • The Scranton Lace Company, once the world's largest lace producer, originated here.
- • Abundant anthracite coal mining established Scranton as an industrial powerhouse.
- • The Houdini Museum in Scranton displays artifacts related to the legendary magician.
- • The Knox Mine Disaster in 1959 effectively ended deep anthracite mining in the area.
- • Named for the Scranton family, it was incorporated as a city in 1866.
- • With 75,958 residents, it's the sixth-largest city in Pennsylvania.
- • At 741 feet, the city's elevation offers scenic views of the Pocono Mountains.
- • Healthcare and education are now Scranton's leading employment sectors.
- • A nostalgic, resilient vibe permeates, reflecting its industrial heritage and rebirth.
- • The RailRiders, a Yankees Triple-A affiliate, offer exciting baseball nearby.
- • Scranton's Catholic Youth Center hosted Muhammad Ali during his boxing career.
Artists From Scranton
Songs About Scranton
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