Northwestern Pennsylvania
Titusville, Pennsylvania
City
Where the modern oil industry began
Titusville is a small city in Crawford County about 40 miles southeast of Erie. It is the site of the Drake Well, where Edwin Drake drilled the first commercial oil well in 1859, and the Drake Well Museum tells that story.
History & Local Character
Laid out in 1796 and incorporated as a city in 1866, Titusville boomed during the oil rush and later became a refining and manufacturing center.
Housing & Real Estate
Titusville offers Victorian singles, twins and rowhouses at low prices, with newer development outside the city.
Restaurants & Shopping
Franklin Street and Central Avenue host diners, pizzerias and family restaurants.
Schools & Education
Titusville Area School District serves the city.
Parks & Recreation
Oil Creek State Park, the Drake Well grounds and the nearby Allegheny River provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
Route 8, Route 27 and Route 89 serve Titusville, with limited public transit.
Local Businesses
Small manufacturing, tourism and downtown retail make up the local economy.
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Nearby Attractions
- Drake Well Museum
- Oil Creek State Park
- Pithole historic site
- Woodlawn Cemetery
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Very affordable housing
- Rich petroleum history
- State park access
- Small-town setting
Considerations
- Limited retail
- Few transit options
- Population decline
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at Titusville in 1859?
Edwin L. Drake drilled the first successful commercial oil well near Titusville in August 1859, launching the modern petroleum industry.
What county is Titusville in?
Titusville is a city in Crawford County, Pennsylvania, near Oil Creek.