In Allentown and the surrounding Lehigh Valley, planning and constructing a custom horse barn can feel overwhelming. You need a facility that keeps your horses safe and comfortable, meets local zoning and permitting requirements, and fits your budget—and aesthetics matter too. Our team begins with an in-depth site evaluation, ensuring proper drainage, optimal orientation, and compliance with Lehigh County and city regulations. From there, we develop a tailored design featuring stall layouts that promote horse welfare, efficient tack rooms, generous hay storage, and options like insulated roofing and durable board-and-batten siding. We coordinate every step—permits, materials procurement, skilled craftsmanship, and final inspections—so you get a beautiful, functional barn on time and on budget.
As the Lehigh Valley’s third-largest city, Allentown’s story begins long before its bustling downtown. The land was originally home to the Lenape people, who fished and hunted along Jordan Creek. In 1732, Thomas Penn—son of William Penn—deeded the territory to ironmaster Joseph Turner. Three years later, William Allen purchased 5,000 acres and, in 1762, laid out Northampton Towne, naming streets for family and associates; the community was renamed Allentown upon incorporation in 1867. Throughout the 19th century, iron furnaces, silk and hosiery mills, and breweries lined the Lehigh River, and the arrival of railroads and the nearby Bethlehem Steel plant cemented its role as an industrial hub. The late 20th century brought deindustrialization and urban challenges, but a renewed focus on downtown revitalization—restoring historic districts, expanding cultural venues, and opening the PPL Center arena in 2014—has driven a resurgence in population, new businesses, and a lively arts and dining scene by the mid-2020s. Learn more about Allentown on the official city page or Wikipedia.
Top 10 attractions of the city:
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Allentown Art Museum: Free-admission museum featuring American, European, and modern art, plus rotating exhibits and a robust collection.
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PPL Center: Downtown arena hosting hockey games, concerts, and events—home of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.
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Liberty Bell Museum: Historic site where the Liberty Bell was hidden during the Revolution; now part of Lehigh County Historical Society.
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Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom: Popular amusement and water park with coasters, slides, and family-friendly rides.
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Allentown Farmers Market: Indoor market offering fresh produce, meats, baked goods, and local specialties year-round.
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Trexler Nature Preserve: Over 1,000 acres of trails, scenic views, and wildlife like elk and bison.
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Miller Symphony Hall: Historic concert venue and home of the Allentown Symphony Orchestra.
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Allentown Rose Garden: Peaceful garden with hundreds of rose varieties, ponds, and walking paths.
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Lehigh Parkway: Wooded greenway with trails, picnic spots, fishing areas, and scenic creek views.
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Coca-Cola Park: Modern ballpark featuring Lehigh Valley IronPigs games and family-friendly events.
We build custom horse barns for all Allentown ZIP codes and neighborhoods, including 18101, 18102, 18103, 18104, 18105, 18106, 18109, 18175, 18195, Downtown Allentown, Old Allentown, West End, South Allentown, East Side, North Allentown, Spring Creek West, Spring Creek East, Emerson Heights, Jordan Heights, Rittersville, Cedar Crest Boulevard area, Seidersville, Whitehall Township, Emmaus, and more.
These areas offer a blend of residential communities and rural landscapes, reflecting the rich history and culture of the Allentown region.