Tinicum. First permanent settlement in present-day Pennsylvania, founded 1643 by Col. Johan Printz, governor of New Sweden. Seized by the Dutch in 1655, and by the English in 1664.

PA 291 eastbound at Twp. Bldg., Essington, PA, United States

Lazaretto Quarantine Station. A rare surviving example of a quarantine station, the Lazaretto was the introduction to America for many immigrants. Established in 1799 in reaction to a yellow fever epidemic, it operated until 1893 to inspect cargo and passengers for infectious diseases. Affected cargo was fumigated or destroyed and ill passengers were hospitalized and quarantined until recovery or death. The cemetery was here and original structures remain nearby.

At fire station, E 2nd St. between Printz & Lagrange Aves., Essington, PA, United States

Governor Printz Park. Site of the first permanent settlement in present Pennsylvania in 1643, and of the Swedish Capitol, the Printzhof. Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

At corner of entrance to site, 2nd St. & Taylor Ave., Essington, PA, United States