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Welcome to Tioga County, Pennsylvania! Did you know that some buildings and places here are super special and protected because of their history? They are listed on something called the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important places in the United States that are worth saving and learning about.

Think of it like a hall of fame for historic buildings, parks, and other cool spots! When a place is on this list, it means it has a unique story to tell about the past. In Tioga County, Pennsylvania, there are 10 amazing places that have made it onto this special list. You can even see where some of them are on a map if you have their exact location!

Discovering Tioga County's Historic Gems

This section lists the cool historic places in Tioga County. Each one has a special story and is protected so we can enjoy them for many years to come.

Name on the Register Image Date listed Location City or town Description
1 Blackwell Methodist Episcopal Church
Blackwell Methodist Episcopal Church
September 18, 2013
(Ref. # missing)
117 Blackwell Square
41°33′26″N 77°22′48″W / 41.557283°N 77.380117°W / 41.557283; -77.380117 (Blackwell Methodist Episcopal Church)
Morris Township This historic church was built a long time ago and has been an important part of the community in Morris Township. It was added to the list in 2013.
2 Colton Point State Park
Colton Point State Park
February 12, 1987
(Ref. # missing)
5 miles (8.0 km) south of U.S. Route 6 at Ansonia
41°42′13″N 77°27′51″W / 41.703611°N 77.464167°W / 41.703611; -77.464167 (Colton Point State Park)
Shippen Township This beautiful state park is famous for its amazing views of the Pine Creek Gorge, often called Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon! It became a historic district in 1987.
3 James Ford House
James Ford House
December 6, 1975
(Ref. # missing)
Cowanesque Street
41°59′46″N 77°07′44″W / 41.996111°N 77.128889°W / 41.996111; -77.128889 (James Ford House)
Lawrenceville The James Ford House is an old home in Lawrenceville that was recognized for its history in 1975. It tells a story about how people lived in the past.
4 Mansfield Armory
Mansfield Armory
May 9, 1991
(Ref. # missing)
Smythe Park
41°48′23″N 77°04′46″W / 41.806389°N 77.079444°W / 41.806389; -77.079444 (Mansfield Armory)
Mansfield The Mansfield Armory is a building that was once used by the military. It was added to the list in 1991, showing its importance to the town's history.
5 Parkhurst Memorial Presbyterian Church
Parkhurst Memorial Presbyterian Church
April 16, 2012
(Ref. # missing)
302 W. Main St.
41°59′14″N 77°19′01″W / 41.98712°N 77.317082°W / 41.98712; -77.317082 (Parkhurst Memorial Presbyterian Church)
Elkland This church in Elkland is a beautiful building with a long history. It was added to the National Register in 2012.
6 Robinson House
Robinson House
August 3, 1977
(Ref. # missing)
120 Main Street
41°44′48″N 77°18′14″W / 41.746667°N 77.303889°W / 41.746667; -77.303889 (Robinson House)
Wellsboro The Robinson House in Wellsboro is another historic home that was recognized in 1977 for its special place in the town's past.
7 Jesse Robinson House
Jesse Robinson House
February 21, 1991
(Ref. # missing)
141 Main Street
41°44′42″N 77°18′16″W / 41.745°N 77.304444°W / 41.745; -77.304444 (Jesse Robinson House)
Wellsboro Also in Wellsboro, the Jesse Robinson House is a historic building that joined the list in 1991. It's another example of the area's rich history.
8 Judge John Ryon House
Judge John Ryon House
December 16, 1977
(Ref. # missing)
Main Street
41°59′41″N 77°07′35″W / 41.994722°N 77.126389°W / 41.994722; -77.126389 (Judge John Ryon House)
Lawrenceville The Judge John Ryon House in Lawrenceville was added to the list in 1977. It was home to an important person in the community's history.
9 Wellsboro Armory
Wellsboro Armory
May 9, 1991
(Ref. # missing)
2 Central Avenue
41°44′51″N 77°18′11″W / 41.7475°N 77.303056°W / 41.7475; -77.303056 (Wellsboro Armory)
Wellsboro Like the Mansfield Armory, the Wellsboro Armory was also a military building. It was added to the list in 1991, showing its historical importance.
10 Wellsboro Historic District
Wellsboro Historic District
January 5, 2005
(Ref. # missing)
Roughly bounded by Nichols, Tioga, Charleston, Jackson Streets, East Avenue, Bacon Street, Morris Lane, Sturrock, Meade, Grant, Walnut, Academy Streets, West Avenue, West Water and Highland Streets
41°44′57″N 77°18′05″W / 41.749167°N 77.301389°W / 41.749167; -77.301389 (Wellsboro Historic District)
Wellsboro This isn't just one building, but a whole area in Wellsboro! A historic district means many buildings in that area are important together. It was recognized in 2005.
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