Bethlehem's First Mayor and his Legacy

Season 2, Episode 4 Landmarks With Leon

The Archibald Johnston Mansion

Discover the man behind Bethlehem’s Hill to Hill Bridge and his estate in this week’s Landmarks with Leon: a compact, illuminating look at Archibald Johnston — Bethlehem’s first mayor, Bethlehem Steel executive, and the visionary who helped stitch the city together physically and civically. Hear how a young engineer rose to lead consolidation, finance the hill-to-hill bridge, and build the Georgian-Revival Archibald Johnston Estate next to Camel’s Hump, leaving a legacy of industry, philanthropy, and public service. Tune in to learn more and visit TheArchieProject.org to see how his home is being reimagined for the community.