Fun Facts About The State Of Pennsylvania

Fun Facts About The State Of Pennsylvania

Mar 17

Do you live in Pennsylvania? What do you know about the state where you live? Some of the following fascinating facts are sure to both amaze and surprise you!

Amazing Facts About Pennsylvania

Once, The Steelers And Eagles Were Combined Into One Team

Both teams lost so many players during World War II that they were unable to compete. Instead of keeping supporters waiting, the NFL decided to merge the two teams into one, dubbed the “Steagles.”

Despite their attempt, fans were not pleased and the combination only lasted one season.

Centralia, PA Has Been Burning For 50 Years

Once a mining town, Centralia, PA started to burn in 1962. Although no one is entirely sure how the fire started, it did spread to a coal seam. This means that the fire is under the homes and streets in the town and that carbon monoxide levels are unsafe.

Despite the efforts of numerous inhabitants to put out the fire and stay in their houses, the ground temperature rose to about 900 degrees, toxic gases flooded basements, and many residents had health issues. Houses began to tilt as a result of the fire’s sinkholes.

Today, Centralia is a ghost town.

Oh DEER!

The white-tailed deer is Pennsylvania’s state animal, which comes as a surprise to many citizens who consider deer to be pests.

Rocky – An Unwanted Gift

Sylvester Stalone donated the Rocky monument that stands outside of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The only problem was that the museum was not interested in it! However, it has remained and is today a major tourist destination.

Home Of The First Baseball Stadium

The first baseball stadium built was in Pittsburgh, PA in 1909, called Forbes Field. The stadium was in use by the Pittsburgh Pirates until 1970 when it closed.

In Hazelton, Ridiculous Laws Exist Regarding Soda

Did you know that in Hazelton, Pennsylvania, it is illegal to drink a fizzy beverage while lecturing students? Given the presence of a Penn State campus in town, one has to wonder how frequently this statute is broken.

PA Loves Junk Food

Water Ice, Soft Pretzels, Cheesesteaks, and TastyKakes were all created in Pennsylvania!

Lions, Tigers, and Bears OH MY!

The Philadelphia Zoo, founded by Benjamin Franklin, was the first zoo in the United States. Millions of people visit the zoo today, which works tirelessly to protect endangered animals from all around the world.

If you aren’t a Pennsylvania native, make plans to visit this wonderful state as soon as possible! There are so many wonders to discover, and this list is just the beginning!