Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, USA
Municipality
Location overview
Harrisburg is Pennsylvania’s capital and the seat of Dauphin County in the south-central part of the state. The Susquehanna River and Paxton Creek have shaped the city’s development. Its waterfront has supported industry and recreation while also exposing nearby neighborhoods to major floods. State-government buildings and older residential and commercial streetscapes form important parts of its urban landscape. Six municipal historic districts protect distinctive buildings and neighborhoods through local preservation regulations.