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By researching and documenting the historic records, photographs and artifacts of the area, The Nanticoke Historical Society works to preserve the heritage of Wilkes-Barre. The Society also runs a genealogical research facility.
Address: 113 Phillips St. Nanticoke PA USA 18634
 Send an Email  1 570 735-2970
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The Swetland Homestead contains the original cabin built on the site in 1803 as well as the additions made as the Swetland family grew. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and open to the public year round. Special events take place throughout the year.
Address: 885 Wyoming Ave. Wyoming PA USA 18640
Send an Email 1 570 693-2740
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Wyoming Valley Historical & Geological Society
Founded in 1858, this society maintains the collective memory of the Luzerne County. Exhibits are provided by the society that interprets the history, traditions, culture people and events that molded the current county. Features include costumes, Native American artifacts, textiles, posters and military uniforms.
Address: 49 South Franklin Street Wilkes-Barre PA USA 18701-1290
1 570 823-6244
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Constructed in 1875 and purchased by the Luzerne County Historical Society in 1971, the Bishop Library houses the society's paper collection as well as its executive offices. It is open to the public for a daily usage fee.
Address: 49 S. Franklin St. Wilkes-Barre PA USA 18701
Send an Email 1 570 823-6244
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Nathan Denison House
The Nathan Denison House was built in 1790 by the Revolutionary War colonel Nathan Denison and is now the oldest house in Forty Fort. The manor features 18th century furniture, architecture and artifacts.
Address: 35 Dennison St. Kingston PA USA 18704
1 570 288-5531
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Luzerne County Courthouse
The Luzerne County Courthouse has become a symbol of Wilkes-Barre’s prosperity and pride. The county’s history is illustrated through mosaics and murals within the lobby of the courthouse. Guided tours are available by appointment.
Address: 10 North River Street Wilkes-Barre PA USA 18701
1 570 825-1500
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Built in 1912, this 16-room residence in the city of Scranton belonged to George H. Catlin, an early financier. Since 1942, the turn-of-the-century building has been home to the Lackawanna Historical Society. Visitors may tour the furnished first floor rooms and the historical displays and artifacts on the second floor.
Address: 232 Monroe Ave. Scranton PA USA 18510
1 570 344-3841
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Miniature Memories
Open all year, Miniature Memories features a model display of the Lackawanna Valley and surrounding landmarks, including an incredible model train and village. All proceeds benefit the St. Josephs Center.
Address: 1325 E. Drinker St. Scranton PA USA 18512
1 570 346-2829
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When constructed in 1939 the breaker was regarded as a modern wonder. Since closing in 1976, The Huber Breaker has stood as a reminder of the area's rich heritage. It was the largest of its kind, built to process several local mines' coal output.
Address: 101 S. Main St. Wilkes-Barre PA USA 18706
Send an Email 1 570 823-6244
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One of the largest collections of period locomotives and rolling stock in the United States is on display at Steamtown National Historic Site. Visitors have the chance to see a working roundhouse, a locomotive shop and a restoration shop. A history museum, a technology museum and a visitor center are also located on-site.
Address: Lackawanna Ave. and Cliff St. Scranton PA USA
1 570 340-5200
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Located near the Steamtown National Historic Site, these furnaces represent the early iron industry in the US. All that is left of a once extensive iron plant, these four massive stone blast furnaces began operation in 1840 and worked until 1902. The park they are set in is open to visitors year round and is available for picnics in the summer months.
Address: 159 Cedar Ave. Scranton PA USA 18504
Send an Email 1 570 344-4993
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Wyoming Battle Monument
Completed in 1843, the Wyoming Battle Monument is a Revolutionary War Monument and gravesite for the victims of the Wyoming Massacre. Here, on July 3, 1778, local residents fought and died trying to defend the area from the British Tories.
Address: Route 11 Wyoming PA USA 18644
1 570 693-3580
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