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George Kern Home
Palmerton, Pennsylvania
Historical Marker Database · Don Morfe
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Slatington’s oldest surviving home was erected in 1824 by George Kern, grandson of Nicholas Kern. The structure served as Slatington’s first hotel and was also a popular tavern. This colonial period stone home is now a private residence.
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