Population83,911 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
An Industrial Past Behind Victorian Streets
Lawrence County, PennsylvaniaNew Castle anchors Lawrence County, where the North Hill district preserves buildings associated with nineteenth-century industrial wealth. The county’s visitor resources also emphasize water and trail activities, creating a contrast between an urban architectural story and opportunities to explore the wider landscape. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 83,911 residents in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 357 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Lawrence County at a Glance
Population83,911 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatNew Castle
Largest Municipality (2025 estimate)New Castle city
Established1849 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP Code LookupUSPS address lookup
Total Area, Including Water361.784 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Roads & Traffic511PA travel updates
Telephone Area CodesPUC area-code map
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Lawrence County
Lawrence County was established in 1849. New Castle's North Hill district includes Victorian houses once associated with prosperous industrial families, particularly those connected with the tin industry. Some buildings later took on business uses while others remained residences, showing how a neighborhood can retain historical character while its individual properties change function. The district offers a visible connection between industry and domestic architecture. Its mixture of continuing residential and later commercial uses also shows that preservation does not mean a neighborhood stops changing.
Begin with New Castle's North Hill architecture, respecting occupied homes and private businesses. For a separate outing, use local visitor information to choose a trail or water destination. The county's industrial and outdoor stories offer different perspectives that can complement one another. View the neighborhood as an active place where people live and work. A separate public trail or water stop can balance architectural interest with the county's broader outdoor setting.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
The county's visitor resources also emphasize water and trail activities, creating a contrast between an urban architectural story and opportunities to explore the wider landscape.
Community History
Lawrence County was established in 1849. New Castle's North Hill district includes Victorian houses once associated with prosperous industrial families, particularly those connected with the tin industry.
Explore Locally
Begin with New Castle's North Hill architecture, respecting occupied homes and private businesses. For a separate outing, use local visitor information to choose a trail or water destination.
Discover the working past behind a neighborhood's enduring character.
A Closer Look
Lawrence County
Places and perspectives from Lawrence County
Lawrence County Wire
Lawrence County & Pennsylvania News
Includes Pennsylvania statewide reporting; stories may cover other counties.Photo CreditsSpotlight PA — Pennsylvania Statewide
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Around Lawrence County
Stories from every corner of Lawrence County.
Top EPA official’s visits to Pa., other swing states ahead of midterms raise ethics concerns
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Erie gunman who killed family controlled their movements, finances: police
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Rep. Perry’s Trump ties targeted by Dems in closely watched Pa. swing district race
The president’s declining popularity could be a liability for Republican U.S. Rep. Scott Perry, a Trump loyalist who…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Reading could pull up to $24M from reserves to balance its next 2 budgets
Reading may use $24 million in reserves to cover budget gaps over two years, raising fears the city…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
The legislature didn’t act on skill games by the Pa. Supreme Court’s deadline. What happens now?
Top lawmakers said they wanted to act before the court-imposed deadline but didn’t, leading some members to mount…
Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Schools
New Castle Area School District
Ellwood City Area School District
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Upmc Jameson – Acute Care Hospitals. 1211 Wilmington Avenue, New Castle, PA 16105. 724-656-4100.
Public Safety
Emergency Services
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
State Parks
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Trails
Utilities
Libraries
Hard-to-Recycle Day – New Castle Public Library
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
F D Campbell Memorial Library – 209 Hillsville Rd., Bessemer, PA 16112. 724-667-7939.
Ellwood City Area Public Library – 415 Lawrence Ave.., Ellwood City, PA 16117. 724-758-6458.
Courts
DMV
Pennsylvania — Find a Location
Pennsylvania — Title and Registration
Pennsylvania — Licenses & Photo IDs
Transportation
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Plan Your Lawrence County Visit
Find places to go, compare activities and make the most of your time here.
Local Questions
Lawrence County: Places, Plans & Practical Answers
Start with these 11 answers, then find 5 more planning questions below the discovery lists.
Use the Moraine location near New Castle. Living Treasures has more than one location in western Pennsylvania, so confirm the address when buying tickets. McConnells Mill and Volant are separate nearby-area outings, not parts of the animal park.
Living Treasures Wild Animal Park, Moraine: Visit the animal park near New Castle; choose the Moraine location when planning a Lawrence County trip. Cascade Park: Plan a picnic and outdoor stop in New Castle's historic park.
Cascade Park: Plan a picnic and outdoor stop in New Castle's historic park. McConnells Mill State Park: Explore the Slippery Rock Creek gorge and historic mill landscape; rocky trails require suitable footwear.
Cascade Park: Plan a picnic and outdoor stop in New Castle's historic park. McConnells Mill State Park: Explore the Slippery Rock Creek gorge and historic mill landscape; rocky trails require suitable footwear. Free access does not include purchases, rentals or separately ticketed activities.
Mary's Restaurant: Consider a meal in New Castle and check the current restaurant listing. Hill House Restaurant: Consider a dining stop in the Ellwood City area.
Volant Mills: Browse country gifts and other retail in the village of Volant. Silk Road Fair Trade Market: Look for artisan and fair-trade gifts during a county shopping trip.
AOE Boutique: Browse clothing and accessories on Fifth Street in Ellwood City.
The county's visitor resources also emphasize water and trail activities, creating a contrast between an urban architectural story and opportunities to explore the wider landscape. Use the local museums and historic sites above to explore that story in more detail.
F D Campbell Memorial Library – 209 Hillsville Rd., Bessemer, PA 16112. 724-667-7939. Ellwood City Area Public Library – 415 Lawrence Ave.., Ellwood City, PA 16117. 724-758-6458. These contacts come from the supplied local-library directory; call for current opening hours, children’s programs and visitor services.
The Schools tab in Lawrence County resources lists supplied local contacts. Ask the district to confirm the school assigned to your exact address.
New Castle is the county seat recorded in the supplied Lawrence County information. Use the Government tab in local resources to locate the department you need; offices may have different addresses and appointment arrangements.
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My Local Guide
Find Something Fun
Make Time for a Local DiscoveryExplore places to eat, shop and spend time in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. Follow each link for current visiting details.
Kids’ Fun
- Living Treasures Wild Animal Park, Moraine — Visit the animal park near New Castle; choose the Moraine location when planning a Lawrence County trip.
- Cascade Park — Plan a picnic and outdoor stop in New Castle's historic park.
Restaurants
- Mary's Restaurant — Consider a meal in New Castle and check the current restaurant listing.
- Hill House Restaurant — Consider a dining stop in the Ellwood City area.
Shopping & Retail
- Volant Mills — Browse country gifts and other retail in the village of Volant.
- Silk Road Fair Trade Market — Look for artisan and fair-trade gifts during a county shopping trip.
Clothing & Boutiques
- AOE Boutique — Browse clothing and accessories on Fifth Street in Ellwood City.
Outdoor Fun
- Cascade Park — Plan a picnic and outdoor stop in New Castle's historic park.
- McConnells Mill State Park — Explore the Slippery Rock Creek gorge and historic mill landscape; rocky trails require suitable footwear.
Free Things to Do
- Cascade Park — Plan a picnic and outdoor stop in New Castle's historic park.
- McConnells Mill State Park — Explore the Slippery Rock Creek gorge and historic mill landscape; rocky trails require suitable footwear.
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More Lawrence County Questions
How could I build a short Lawrence County outing from these places?
One possible plan is Living Treasures Wild Animal Park, Moraine, a meal at Mary's Restaurant, and a browse at Volant Mills. These are separate stops; map their addresses and check opening times before deciding whether all three fit your day.
How can I keep a Lawrence County day trip inexpensive?
Start with Cascade Park and McConnells Mill State Park and bring a picnic where permitted. Budget separately for museum or amusement tickets, restaurant meals, parking where charged, rentals and purchases. Check the linked destination’s current fees instead of assuming every activity on its grounds is free.
Where should I check the forecast before visiting Cascade Park?
Use the county weather section above for the forecast. For Cascade Park, also open the destination’s notices for trail, road or facility closures. A county forecast does not confirm that an individual trail or activity is operating.
What should I confirm before making a special trip to AOE Boutique?
Use AOE Boutique to confirm the physical-store address, current opening days and whether the item or fitting you need is available. Some shops list online stock, multiple locations or appointment services, so contact the store about a specific visit.
Where can I find the businesses featured in this Lawrence County guide?
The “Businesses in This County Guide” section links to Joden. Open a business page for its contact details. A business featured in this guide may serve the county from another location; confirm its address and service area directly.
Every place has a story.Find Your Next Favorite.