Museum of Anthracite Mining

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Overview

The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum

Contact Information

159 Cedar Avenue
Scranton, Pennsylvania 18504
United States

view phone 570-963-4804 view fax 570-963-4194

view website http://anthracitemuseum.org/

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Description

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

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