Overview
Altoona was founded by the Pennsylvania Railroad and grew into one of the largest railroad shop towns in the world.
History
The railroad built huge repair and construction shops here in the 1800s.
Today
The Railroaders Memorial Museum tells the city's story, and rail shops still operate in Altoona.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.