Uniontown, Pennsylvania
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| Uniontown, Pennsylvania | |
|---|---|
| Name | Uniontown |
| Settlement type | City |
| Nickname | "The Patch" |
| Pushpin label | Uniontown |
| Coordinates | 39, 54, 0, N... |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | Pennsylvania |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Fayette |
| Established title | Founded |
| Established date | July 4, 1776 |
| Government type | Mayor-Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Bill Gerke |
| Area total sq mi | 2.04 |
| Area total km2 | 5.29 |
| Area land sq mi | 2.04 |
| Area land km2 | 5.29 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.00 |
| Area water km2 | 0.00 |
| Elevation ft | 999 |
| Elevation m | 304 |
| Population total | 10108 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population density sq mi | 4954.90 |
| Population density km2 | 1911.91 |
| Timezone | EST |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 15401 |
| Area code | 724 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 42-78528 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 1213649 |
| Website | www.uniontownpa.gov |
Uniontown, Pennsylvania. Uniontown is a city and the county seat of Fayette County, Pennsylvania. Founded on Independence Day in 1776, it grew as a vital hub along the National Road and later became a center for the regional bituminous coal industry. The city is historically linked to George C. Marshall, architect of the Marshall Plan, and was a significant site during the Whiskey Rebellion.
History
The area was originally traversed by the Braddock Expedition during the French and Indian War. Uniontown was formally laid out on land owned by Henry Beeson, a Quaker settler. Its early growth was propelled by its location on the Cumberland Road, the first federally funded highway. The city was a flashpoint during the Whiskey Rebellion, with local distillers protesting the Excise Whiskey Act; President George Washington mustered the militia at nearby Fort Necessity. The 19th century brought industrial expansion with the arrival of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and the Pennsylvania Railroad, facilitating the export of coal and coke. Uniontown was the birthplace of General of the Army George C. Marshall, and the Marshall Memorial stands in the city. The Battle of Homestead and the broader labor movement impacted the region, with the United Mine Workers playing a major role.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.04 square miles, all land. It lies within the Laurel Highlands region of the Appalachian Mountains. The city is drained by tributaries of the Monongahela River, part of the Mississippi River watershed. Major transportation routes include U.S. Route 40, which follows the path of the National Road, and Interstate 68. The climate is classified as humid continental, with influences from the Great Lakes.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 10,108. The racial makeup was predominantly White, with significant African American and multiracial communities. The population density is high for the region. Historically, demographic shifts followed the boom and bust cycles of the coal mining industry, with influxes of immigrants from Eastern Europe and Southern Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Economy
The economy was historically dominated by coal mining, coke production, and related industries like glassmaking. Major employers included the H. C. Frick Coke Company and operations linked to industrialists like Andrew Carnegie and Henry Clay Frick. The decline of King Coal led to economic diversification. Today, the largest employers are in the health care sector, including the Uniontown Hospital, now part of the Penn Highlands Healthcare system. Retail, government services for Fayette County, and tourism related to nearby Fort Necessity National Battlefield and Fallingwater also contribute.
Culture and recreation
The city hosts the annual Fayette County Fair. The State Theatre Center for the Arts, a restored Art Deco venue, presents concerts and performances. Historical sites include the Braddock's Field historical park and the George C. Marshall birthplace. The National Road Festival celebrates the city's heritage. Outdoor recreation is centered on the Laurel Highlands, offering access to the Laurel Ridge State Park, Ohiopyle State Park, and the Great Allegheny Passage trail. The Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is a major regional attraction.
Government
Uniontown operates under a mayor-council system. The current mayor is Bill Gerke. The city is part of Pennsylvania's 14th congressional district, represented in the U.S. House by Guy Reschenthaler. It lies within the 12th Senatorial District of the Pennsylvania State Senate and the 51st Legislative District. Law enforcement is provided by the Uniontown Police Department.
Education
Public education is administered by the Uniontown Area School District, which includes Uniontown Area High School. The district's athletic teams, the Uniontown Red Raiders, have a storied history in the WPIAL. Private options include Geibel Catholic Junior-Senior High School. Higher education is served by the Penn State Fayette, The Eberly Campus, a branch of the Pennsylvania State University. The Fayette County Career & Technical Institute provides vocational training.