Rachel Leon
Program HostRachel Leon is the host of the weekly WDIY feature Landmarks with Leon. She is a Councilwoman for the City of Bethlehem.
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Rachel Leon continues her discussion with local historian Martha Capwell Fox about one of South Bethlehem's most recognizable landmarks. -
Rachel Leon talks with local historian Martha Capwell Fox about the Cathedral Church of the Nativity on Bethlehem's South Side.
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Rachel Leon gives a glimpse into the South Bethlehem church and its historic bell, which now rings across the area after being restored. -
Rachel Leon looks at the history of Bethlehem's first church for Black residents and the story of Black communities in the area. -
Rachel Leon talks about the man behind the founding of Lehigh University, whose name you can still see on buildings around the campus and Lehigh Valley. -
Rachel Leon sits down with Katie Rymon of the National Museum of Industrial History to explore the origins of the memorial honoring local service members. -
Rachel Leon talks about the Moravian's historic cemetery, located among the Moravian Settlement in downtown Bethlehem. -
Rachel Leon talks about the Marquis de Lafayette's visit to Bethlehem and the home that he stayed in while recovering from injury. -
Rachel Leon talks about Elisha Packer Wilbur, his work with the Lehigh Valley Railroad, and his life in South Bethlehem. -
Rachel Leon explores the origins of Bethlehem's Sayre Mansion, which can be traced back to Bethlehem Steel.
