Stanton, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania facts for kids

Stanton is a small place in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It is an unincorporated community, which means it's a type of town or area that doesn't have its own official local government like a city or a borough.

History of Stanton

Stanton was first known by a different name: Belleview. This community was planned and started in 1844. The name "Stanton" actually came from the post office that was located in Belleview. A post office named Stanton officially opened in 1862. It served the community for many years before it finally closed down in 1911.