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Interested in some fun facts and history about Jim Thorpe, PA?
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Here are some interesting facts about the town of Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania:
1. The town was originally named Mauch Chunk (meaning "bear mountain" in the Lenape language) until it was renamed in 1954 after the famous athlete Jim Thorpe.
2. Jim Thorpe's wife chose the town to be her husband's final resting place, and his body was buried there in 1957, with a monument erected in his honor.
3. Jim Thorpe is known for its Victorian architecture, with many of the homes and buildings dating back to the 1800s.
4. The town is located near the Lehigh Gorge, a popular destination for outdoor recreation such as hiking, biking, and whitewater rafting.
5. Jim Thorpe has been featured in films and TV shows such as The Molly Maguires (1970) and This Is Us (2016).
6. The town hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Fall Foliage Festival and the Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival.
7. Jim Thorpe has a rich railroad history, with the Lehigh and Susquehanna Railroad Depot and the Lehigh Valley Railroad Station both located in the town.
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