Social Unrest and Civil Disobedience in Easton, Pennsylvania

– During the French and Indian Wars, Easton was the scene of several Indian peace councils; it served as an outpost during the American Revolution, and the Declaration of Independence was read on July 8, 1776, from the steps of the Old Courthouse.
– Formerly known as the Binney and Smith Company, the Crayola Company has become one of the biggest art-supply companies in the world. Today, Crayola’s major headquarters and facilities are located in Easton.
– The Crayola Experience, located in downtown Easton, provides children and their families with an interactive experience where they can see how crayons and markers are made.