| Anthracite Heritage Museum & Iron Furnaces |
The people of Northeastern Pennsylvania, through their labor with coal, iron and steam, were the foundation of America's success. More than 30,000 men and boys lost their lives to anthracite mining. The Anthracite Heritage Museum is located in McDade Park in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The Museum tells the story of the people who came from Europe to work in the anthracite mining and textiles industries. On a tour of the facility visitors will experience the lives of proud people who endured harsh working conditions yet carved out communities filled with tradition. The diverse collection highlights life in the mines, mills and factories. Visitors are welcomed into the family’s homes and neighborhoods with a moment of reflection in the kitchen, a visit to the pub, or a seat in a local Church. The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum’s diverse regional collections represent all facets of work, life and values of the region’s ethnic communities. The many displays include:
Please take advantage of extensive resources on-site: MUSEUM ARCHIVES AND LIBRARY The Breakers of the Northern Anthracite Coalfield of Pennsylvania by Richard G. Healey, Ph.D. PA state resources: ExplorePAhistory.com Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission Lesson Plans for Teachers Historical Society Collections: Anthracite Coal Field Archives Compiled by the Old Forge Coal Mine Web Site Notable independent work: Van Wagner. Born in Pennsylvania. Lives in Pennsylvania. Makes music. Mined coal. Logged trees. Teaches kids. ....and has made documentaries. Here is one on hard coal. . . Dedicated to the victims of the Knox Mine Disaster . Created By: Luis E. Cruz & Victor G. Ledesma The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum and Iron Furnaces, administered by Chester Kulesa, Site Administrator, are two of three sites that make up the Anthracite MuseumComplex, which also includes Eckley Miner's Village. The Museum and Iron Furnaces are owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Historical and Museum Commission, Harrisburg, PA. Edward G. Rendell, Governor Wayne Spilove, Chairman Barbara Franco, Executive Director |
| Pennsylvania was the keystone of America's foundation, Northeastern Pennsylvania was the cornerstone of her success |
Event Calendar Next Event July 14-17, Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Children’s Anthracite Heritage Camp: Fueling our Nation! $40.00 per child for Associates members. Reservation required. Please call the Museum at 570-963-4804. Enrollment is limited so reserve your child(ren)’ s place today! Children ages 7-12 will learn about different forms of energy--coal, water, wind, wood, solar--as well as animal and human power and transportation through stories, crafts, food, music and hands-on. The camp will be conducted by professional staff and volunteers. Children will establish friendships among children from different backgrounds and interests. Multiple enrollment discounts are available. Non member fee is $50.00 per child. Please call the Museum at 570-963- 4804 for more information. |
| Join our Site Administraor, Chester Kulesa for asite tour and our John Horgan Exhibit |
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