Local Information

WELCOME TO BLOOMSBURG, PA -
the "only incorporated town in Pennsylvania"

For more than a century, starting from its incorporation on March 4, 1870, Bloomsburg held the distinction of being the only incorporated town in Pennsylvania. While other municipalities are often commonly referred to as towns, they were all officially classified as either cities, boroughs, or townships, Bloomsburg still uses the slogan of "The only incorporated TOWN in Pennsylvania". However, in 1975. McCandless Township in Allegheny County adopted a home rule charter under the name "Town of McCandless". (Source: Wikipedia)

Bloomsburg Town Hall

The area now known as Bloomsburg was first settled in 1772 by James McClure, who built a log cabin along the Susquehanna River. Early in 1781 the McClure house was stockaded by the noted Indian fighter, Moses VanCampen, to protect settlers in the region.

Traditionally, Bloomsburg's founding in 1802 has been ascribed to settler Ludwig Eyer. For 75 years after the discovery of ore in the area, Bloomsburg developed a booming iron industry.

Walking Tour of Bloomsburg

With a population just over 14,000 people, 
Bloomsburg serves as the seat of Columbia County.

Columbia County, with a population of over 67,000 residents, was formed on March 22, 1813, when it separated from Northumberland County. 



Columbia County Courthouse

Bloomsburg is honored to have its own resident professional theatre ensemble, which has produced high quality entertainment and educational programs since 1978. BTE is located in the Alvina Krause Theatre, on Center Street,  in the heart of downtown Bloomsburg.

Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble

The Best Weekend of the Year!
Held during the 2nd weekend of July, the Briggs Farm Blues Festival offers
 20+ performances on 2 stages over 3 days by some of the best 
Blues artists on a national and regional level.

But wait.... there's more! 

Camping on site  ~  Vendor Village  ~ Food Trucks    

BRIGGS FARM BLUES FESTIVAL