Northeastern Pennsylvania & the Poconos
Pottsville, Pennsylvania
City and Schuylkill County seat
Home of Yuengling and anthracite history
Pottsville is a city in Schuylkill County about 40 miles west of Allentown and has been the county seat since 1821. It is home to D.G. Yuengling & Son, America's oldest operating brewery, and to a dense downtown of 19th-century buildings.
History & Local Character
Laid out in 1806 and incorporated as a city in 1911, Pottsville grew on anthracite coal mining. The Molly Maguires trials were held here in the 1870s.
Housing & Real Estate
Pottsville offers rowhouses and older singles at low prices, with newer housing in surrounding townships.
Restaurants & Shopping
Centre Street hosts restaurants, breweries and cafes, with the Yuengling brewery as the city's best-known landmark.
Schools & Education
Pottsville Area School District serves the city.
Parks & Recreation
The Schuylkill River Trail, Wayne Township Park and nearby Tuscarora State Park provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
Route 61, Route 209 and Route 901 serve Pottsville, with Schuylkill Transportation System buses.
Local Businesses
Brewing, small manufacturing and downtown retail make up the local economy, with tourism tied to Yuengling and coal history.
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Nearby Attractions
- Yuengling Brewery
- Schuylkill River Trail
- Tuscarora State Park
- Pioneer Tunnel
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Very affordable housing
- Distinct brewing heritage
- Trail and state park access
- Route 61 corridor
Considerations
- Economic transition from coal
- Some blighted properties
- Limited transit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yuengling in Pottsville?
Yes. D.G. Yuengling & Son, founded in 1829 and billed as America's oldest brewery, operates its original brewery in Pottsville.
Is Pottsville the Schuylkill County seat?
Yes. Pottsville has been the seat of Schuylkill County since 1821.