In the early 1800s, it took settlers 3-4 weeks to travel from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh; but with the creation of Pennsylvania's Main Line Canal, the trip took just 4 days! The little town of Saltsburg sprung up along the canal where Loyalhanna Creek joins the Conemaugh River to form the Kiskiminetas River; and at one time, this frontier town was one of the leading salt producers in the nation.
Now, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Saltsburg documents 19th century life in a frontier town. Surviving buildings represent a remarkable variety of architectural styles, including Federal, Italianate, Victorian, Greek Revival, Gothic Revival, Second Empire, and Canal Vernacular (a form of Greek Revival influenced by local building materials, traditions, and needs). On this first day of Spring, Mike and I took a leisurely drive to have a look at these nearly-200-year-old relics; and we found this pretty painted lady positioned proudly atop a hill.
This intriguing town with much to discover will no doubt draw us back time and time again!
This is a gorgeous old house; my heart went out to it as soon as I saw it. I love the soft colours and the patterns and textures, and the way you've caught it framed by trees. Fav for me.
