Civics
Smethport has been the county seat of McKean County since 1807, when land agent Francis King surveyed town lots. Arnold Hunter built the first cabin in 1811, but permanent settlement was delayed until 1822. The first courthouse was built in 1827.
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Smethport, Pennsylvania · United States
