Easton
Welcome to our home!
Lafayette College is located in historic Easton Pa., nestled on the Delaware River and home to big city entertainment, food, and culture with small city vibes. Whether you need a study break, a place to gather for family weekend, or some outdoor R&R, Easton is right on your doorstep.
It’s our favorite place—and it might become yours, too.
Easton Fun Facts
- Founded 1752
- Population 30,000
- Located at the confluence of the Delaware, Lehigh, and Bushkill Rivers
- The easternmost city in the Lehigh Valley region (consisting of Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton)
- Birthplace of Crayola crayons (and home to the Crayola Experience!)
- Hometown of Larry Holmes, boxing heavyweight champion
- Named one of “9 Towns in PA With The Best Downtown Areas” by WorldAtlas in 2024
Things to do in Easton
Lafayette’s campus sits in the College Hill neighborhood of Easton, overlooking downtown. One minute you’re on a tree-lined campus with historic buildings and a beautiful Quad—and the next, you’ve headed down the hill to top-rated restaurants, boutique shopping, and so much more.
When you come to Lafayette, Easton becomes your hometown. Here’s just some of what Easton has to offer.
Foodie Paradise
We’re home to some of the best restaurants in the region, and we take our food very seriously. Join us at Easton’s table at locations such as:
- Easton Public Market, rated the #1 public market in the United States by USA Today
- The Easton Farmers Market, the oldest continuously-running open air market in America, offers fresh, local produce and goods year-round
- A passion for food even takes over the streets! Come down the hill for food-themed festivals like Garlic Fest, PA Bacon Fest, Clam Jam, and more
A Passion for the Outdoors
Get some sun, take in the autumn leaves, or see the flowers bloom in any of our outdoor recreation areas:
- The 1.75 mile Karl Stirner Arts Trail showcases the interconnectedness of art and nature, winding through the base of campus
- The D&L Trail, a recreational walking path following the historic towpath of Easton’s canals, provides unmatched access to waterfront views
- The Delaware, Lehigh, and Bushkill Rivers: If you love water, you’re in the right place! Kayak, paddleboard, fish, and more in one of the three rivers flowing near the city
Arts and Culture
Why travel to a big city when Easton has everything you need? Whether you love theater, art, music, or film, there’s something here for you:
- The State Theatre Center for the Arts hosts tours of Broadway musicals, comedians, and professional performing productions all year-round
- The Sigal Museum, the Nurture Nature Center, and National Canal Museum, and Connexions Gallery provide opportunities for expanding your horizons
- Travel just steps down the hill to the Williams Arts Campus, and take in films, performances, and so much more.
The inside of the State Theater, Easton, Pa. Visible are the theatre
Engage With Your Community at Lafayette
While we may be centered on College Hill, you’ll find Lafayette students throughout Easton. Community members mingle with Lafayette students during performances at the Williams Arts Campus, located at the gateway to College Hill. A few miles up the road, our 3-acre organic farm project LaFarm sits on Metzgar Campus, where you can also take in field hockey or lacrosse games. You’ll also find students downtown during Easton’s Heritage Day, Festival Cultural Hispano, and Lebanese Festival, or giving back to the community during our annual West Ward Sale.