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Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
A sign along the side of the road points to the birthplace of James Buchanan.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
Entrance to Buchanan's Birthplace State Park.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
It's an easy walk through the woods to the monument.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
This stone pyramid honors the birthplace of U.S. President James Buchanan.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
The stone monument is 38 feet square and weighs 300 tons.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
A stone bench is engraved honoring the President's birthplace.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
A picnic pavilion is convenient.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
Picnic tables are situated among the trees.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
08/28/2017
An official Pennsylvania Historical Marker honors President Buchanan.