Museum
The Old Jail Museum & Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving the 1871 jail and to the history of the Molly Maguires.
Dedicated to NYC’s Water Systems and sacrifices by local residents to provide New York City with clean water. House, barn, woodworking shop, blacksmith shop and other farm outbuildings.
The Pocono Indian Museum is dedicated to the history of the Delaware River Tribe know as the Lenape. Recorded audio tour guide, gift shop.
Tour one of the nation’s largest collection of American Dorflinger glass, displayed in the home of the founder. Located in the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary.
Home to the works of legendary fantasy artist Frank Frazetta. Open Thurs-Sun, 10 am – 4 pm. Call for winter hours.
The story of Jim Thorpe from the formation of coal to the Lenape Indians, mining, Switchback Railroad, to renaming from the original Mauch Chunk.
Official historical society for Wayne County is a first-class museum and research library. See the history of the first steam locomotive to run on American soil.
Inspires wonder, exploration, understanding, and stewardship of the natural world through engaging collections, educational programs, and innovative relationships with a diverse community.
Former residence (1905-1918) of the writer of American westerns Zane Grey now maintained as a museum operated by the National Park Service. Open May-Oct.
Museum of colonial history provides an authentic depiction of the life of the Delaware Company Pioneers. A tour of the facilities includes demonstrations of early settlers’ lifestyles.
Four floors of exhibit space highlight the history of Monroe County. Mansion tours occur daily at 11 am and 2 pm. Appointments are recommended, so give them a call first.
Home to one of the largest collections of American Abstract Expressionist art in a magnificent and historic church building.
Tobyhanna Train Station was built in 1908 and closed in 1965. The building remains in place and is in use as the local historical society rail museum.
Located in the birthplace of American dry fly fishing. Mission is to to engage anglers and naturalists of all ages and experience Trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Living history museum preserves 19th century Penn German heritage. Period dress, re-enactment of daily life on the farm.
2 floors of exhibits of people, places, and things that make up the history of Pike County, including Zane Grey, Virginia Kidd, and Chief Thundercloud.
Explores contemporary art practices of emerging and established artists through exhibitions, performances, classes, lectures and screenings.
Art gallery/museum. Regional artists and the history of Delaware Water Gap. Open Sat/Sun afternoon, Memorial Day to Columbus Day.
