Located along the West Branch of the Susquehanna River, Williamsport
has a unique history.
Two key economic expansions brought millions of dollars to the area, but
devastating disasters took their toll on the city, resulting in multiple
transformations over time. Comparing our present to our past is how we
understand our history. Arcadia's Past & Present series makes such local
comparisons available. Books in this series offer a special view of
American life by placing historical images side by side with
contemporary photographs.