Bennington

Pennsylvania invented the American company town — coal patches and oil booms that burned bright and short.

Elisabeth "Lisa" Bennington (born January 20, 1976) was a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 21st District. In 2006, she and fellow Democrat Chelsa Wagner became the second and third women elected to represent Pittsburgh in the Pennsylvania House. (Barbara Burns was the first woman elected to represent Pittsburgh in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

The on-the-ground condition of Bennington is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.

Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.

Here's the honest truth: access to Bennington is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.