Founded in 1788 along the banks of French Creek in Northwestern Pennsylvania, Meadville is the County seat for Crawford County.   Home to more than 13,000 full time residents and 2,000 Allegheny College students, Meadville is an active center for business, industry, education, the arts, recreation, service and tourism.   We are proud of our community.   Meadville starts with ME.  Be the positive change you want to see in our city!