PTO Repairs & Parts Store in Allentown, PA

Allentown’s story stretches back to the mid-18th century, when the land along the Lehigh River was purchased by Philadelphia merchant William Allen, who laid out a town he called Northampton-Town in 1762. Over time, the settlement grew as a market and court town serving surrounding farms and early industries, helped by the Lehigh Canal in 1829 and later by railroads that turned the region into a transportation and manufacturing hub. In 1838, the community was officially renamed Allentown in honor of its founder, and by 1867, it was incorporated as a city. During the American Revolution, the area gained lasting fame as the hiding place of the Liberty Bell, which was moved from Philadelphia to keep it safe from British forces. Through the 19th and 20th centuries, textile mills, steel, and other heavy industries powered Allentown’s growth; today, the city is Pennsylvania’s third-largest, with a diversified economy and an active downtown anchored by arts, sports, healthcare, and education. You can explore more of this history at the official City of Allentown website and on Allentown’s Wikipedia page.

Top 10 Attractions in Allentown

• America On Wheels Museum – A transportation museum showcasing classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more along the Lehigh River waterfront.
• Coca-Cola Park – Home of the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, this modern ballpark hosts Minor League Baseball, festivals, and community events.
• Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom – One of the region’s classic amusement parks, now part of Six Flags, with coasters, family rides, and a full waterpark.
• Allentown Art Museum – A major regional museum featuring American, European, and global art, plus rotating exhibitions and community programs.
• PPL Center – A state-of-the-art downtown arena hosting concerts, family shows, and Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey.
• Da Vinci Science Center – Hands-on STEAM exhibits and programs for families, now in a new facility at PPL Pavilion in downtown Allentown.
• Miller Symphony Hall – Historic concert hall and home of the Allentown Symphony Orchestra, offering classical, pops, jazz, and more.
• Trexler Memorial Park – A scenic city park with walking paths, ponds, and green space, part of Allentown’s Trexler park legacy.
• Lehigh Valley Zoo – A short drive from the city in Schnecksville, this AZA-accredited zoo is a family favorite for animal exhibits and seasonal events.
• Liberty Bell Museum – The shrine that commemorates the hiding of the Liberty Bell in Allentown; while the original museum collection has moved, the site and story remain part of local heritage.

We serve all Allentown ZIP codes and nearby communities, including 18101, 18102, 18103, 18104, 18105, 18106, 18109, 18195, Bethlehem, Easton, Emmaus, Macungie, Trexlertown, Whitehall, Northampton, Catasauqua, Copla, and more.