Artifacts and memorabilia depicting the history of the Hazleton area
are located throughout the three floors of the Greater Hazleton Historical
Society Museum.
The museum is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9:30 to 1:30
and on weekends by appointments. During the summer, the museum is closed
on Mondays.
Among our exhibits are:
The Company Store – Replica of the coal company store
and merchandise for the mining family. |
The Kitchen – Featuring an
antique icebox, coal stove and various kitchen utensils. |
Historic Dress Styles – A collection of dresses dating
back to the turn-of-the-century. |
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The Liberty Band – A tribute to Hazleton's oldest band,
dating back to the Civil War. |
The School Room – Features
antique desks, educational materials and local artifacts. |
The Laundry Room – Washtubs, wringers and other antique
laundry items |
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The War Room – Featuring Joseph
Garzio's collection of war memorabilia. |
Indian Artifacts – The Chris
Wilhelm collection of Native American artifacts. |
The Dentist's Office – A 1920s era office with furnishings
donated by Dr. James J. Falvello. |
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Mining Exhibit – Tools, implements, mine rescue apparatus
and rare photographs. |
City of Churches – Hymnals, prayer books, baptismal font,
steeple bell and more. |
Postcards and Photos – Extensive collection of local picture
postcards and photographs. |
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Music – Historic sheet music, records, victrolas, melodian,
piano, Kellmer organ and more. |
Children's Toys – Antique toys and doll house, as well
as other items. |
Theaters – Signs, posters, seats and other memorabilia
from theaters of the past. |
For a sampling of the many exhibits we have to offer, we invite you to
tour our virtual museum, featuring four different rooms. Please click
on the links above.
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