Established 1807 by Abijah Smith, who had bought 75 acres here on Ransom Creek and was later joined by his brother John. Their shipments of coal by ark down the Susquehanna, begun in 1807, continued for 20 years. This company was, in 1818, the first . . . — — Map (db m68746) HM
Prominent Pennsylvania Republican politician and public official. Elected Luzerne County District Attorney, 1919-1926; Lieutenant Governor, 1927-1931; and Governor, 1939-1943. Served as a Judge on the Superior Court of the Commonwealth, 1933-1938, . . . — — Map (db m19093) HM
On September 6, 1869, a fire broke out at the nearby Avondale Colliery, trapping the miners. The eventual death toll was 110. This included five boys between the ages of twelve and seventeen, and two volunteers who were suffocated while attempting . . . — — Map (db m68737) HM
Dedicated to All Coal Miners
In Memoriam
Nature bestowed Pennsylvania with deposits of Anthracite coal which contains the highest percentage of fixed carbon. The coal fields approximately 600 square miles from Susquehanna and Wayne Counties . . . — — Map (db m105225) HM
Dedicated to all
Gulf War Veterans
For a soldiers love and
dedication is more than
their name in stone
Sgt. Sherwood R. Baker
Apr. 26. 2004 — — Map (db m105221) WM
Automobile pioneer, best known for building a 3-wheel, 1-cylinder vehicle here, 1887-88, and operating it on Plymouth's streets. His machine shop, incorporated 1888, was an early bicycle maker; the firm was located here for over 80 years. — — Map (db m19094) HM
Designated in 1776 by the Continental Congress as one of a series of forts protecting American colonists from attack during the Revolutionary War. Defended Connecticut settlers from those with competing claims on Wyoming Valley lands. Garrison post . . . — — Map (db m68776) HM
In memory of our
Vietnam Veterans
Plymouth Pa.
who gave their lives
for our country
David Lee Edison Phillips
Leonard T. Bish Joseph Sinkewicz
Sterling K. Coates Frank A. Glowiak
Daniel A. Witko . . . — — Map (db m105183) HM
Erected by the Grateful Citizens of the
Borough and Township of Plymouth in honor
of the Sons and Daughters who served in
the World War 1914-1919
Heroic Dead
John H. Ballamy Edward C. Bonawitz Benjamin T. Boyce
Patrick F. Burns . . . — — Map (db m105174) HM
On January 22, 1959, twelve men died in a tragic accident at the River Slope Mine near this site. The mine had been illegally excavated beneath the Susquehanna River at the direction of the Knox Coal Company. When the force of the ice-laden river . . . — — Map (db m10468) HM
This building is actually a pair of structures that date from the late 1800's. The back is oldest and had a chauffeur's quarters. The front housed the dairy farm manager whose job is to oversee the dairy herd.
These structures were renovated in . . . — — Map (db m136982) HM
Indian word for "Place where five mountains meet." These mountains are River, Lee, Rocky, Knob and Newport. Laid out in 1857 and incorporated as a borough in 1861, Shickshinny was a major stop on the North Branch Canal that was built in 1828 and . . . — — Map (db m116504) HM
Union Township of Luzerne County, formed in July 1813, originally was part of Huntington Township. It borders on the Susquehanna River and two creeks from River Mountain. Sawmills were established in 1790 in the northwest corner by brothers-in-law . . . — — Map (db m119287) HM
In honor of all those
who served from
Shickshinny and Vicinity
in World Wars I and II
Soldier rest! The warfare o'er
dream of fighting fields no more.
Sleep the sleep that knows no breaking,
morn of toil, nor . . . — — Map (db m116517) WM
Dedicated to the memory of our youth
who served in World War II
[Died in Service]
Robert Myers Franklin Kaminski
[Honor Roll of Veterans not transcribed] — — Map (db m105067) HM
After an unsuccessful attack on Fort Augusta, Indians and Tories surprise a detachment of Northumberland Co. militia on Sept. 11, 1780. The site of the massacre is just beyond the town. — — Map (db m44057) HM
Near this spot occurred
The Sugarloaf Massacre
On September 11, 1780 a detachment of Captain John van Etten's Company, Northampton County Militia, resting at the spring was surprised by a band of Indians and Tories led by the Senece Chief . . . — — Map (db m93465) HM
Name of the former Indian town near the mouth of the Wapwallopen Creek. Indian trails connecting old Wyoming, the "Warrior's Path," and the Juniata and West Branch Susquehanna valleys intersected here. — — Map (db m89698) HM
Founded in 1854 as Fillmore, it was renamed for noted mining engineer Eckley Coxe. It was built to house anthracite coal miners and their families, many European immigrants. Coal patch towns like Eckley were common in northeast Pa. in the late 1800s . . . — — Map (db m89664) HM
Anthracite coal was the heating and iron-making fuel of choice for much of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Almost all the anthracite came from northeastern Pennsylvania during that time. Eckley Miners Village was first opened in 1854 while coal . . . — — Map (db m89679) HM
Welcome to Delaware and Lehigh National and State Heritage Corridor, a collection of people, places and events that helped shape our great nation. Come journey through five Pennsylvania Counties bursting with heritage and brimming with outdoor . . . — — Map (db m114643) HM
Homes of the unskilled—like all workers homes in Eckley—are simple plank and frame with clapboard on the exterior walls and plaster on the inside. The front room served as a bedroom for parents and small children. The rear kitchen had . . . — — Map (db m89685) HM
This stone marks the site of "Jenkins Fort" One of the Revolutionary defenses of Wyoming against the invasion of the British, Indians, and Tories. Constructed - 1776 - Burned - 1778. Erected by Dial Rock Chapter Daughters of the American . . . — — Map (db m10513) HM
Stockaded home of John Jenkins. Built by Connecticut settlers, 1776. Surrendered to the British under Maj. John Butler, July 1, 1778, and was burned. — — Map (db m10512) HM
“Our residents take pride and partner in their heritage — they understand the meaning of what we have and act to preserve it” Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor and State Heritage Park, Management Action Plan. . . . — — Map (db m114641) HM
"Trees one after another were constantly heard falling. In a century, the noble forests around should exist no more.”
John J. Audubon
Naturalist
In the woods next to the river are the ruins of the Lehigh . . . — — Map (db m114628) HM
"Whitehaven is situated at the head of the Lehigh Navigation, and some eight or ten miles above the commencement of the coal formation. Its trade is therefore confined to the running of lumber; and this, judging from the number of sawmills in the . . . — — Map (db m114617) HM
Named for Josiah White (1781-1850) whose Lehigh Navigation system was vital to coal and lumber transport. This was the northern limit, 1837-1862, of the two-way navigation from Easton. Here it met White's 20-mile railroad to Wilkes-Barre with its . . . — — Map (db m114627) HM
Dedicated to the men killed
at Coshocton, Ohio
Sept. 11, 1950
[Honored Dead]
Carl W. Armbruster Leonard Balonis John L. Barna
Eugene Carr John W. Cox William R. Disbrow
William J. Dougherty William C. Edwards Hugh L. . . . — — Map (db m110473) WM
This tree is a living memorial
to those who made the
supreme sacrifice in
World War II
William F. Dreisbach Edward Mason
Frank Ellman Leo Pappas
Oscar H. Schaefer Douglas Nesbitt
Peter W. Lynch John W. Fleckno
Robert G. . . . — — Map (db m117027) WM
"A river is more than an amenity, it is a treasure. It offers a necessity of life that must be rationed among those who have power over it."
Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes
Tethered livestock grazed along the River Common established as . . . — — Map (db m110496) HM
Founded Planters Peanut Company in 1906 with fellow Italian immigrant Mario Peruzzi. Arriving in America at twelve, speaking no English, Obici worked at a local fruit store before opening his own peanut cart. An entrepreneur, he invented new peanut . . . — — Map (db m19047) HM
Organization founded in 1871 by 22 mining professionals to promote safety, education and technology in mining. One of the first national engineering societies in the US, the institute and it's 150,000 + members honor the group's legacy by providing . . . — — Map (db m94670) HM
On February 23, 1951 history was made in Wilkes-Barre. Eight jazz bands got together for "The Cavalcade of Dixieland Jazz" which became the country's first Jazz Festival. On this occasion April 29, 1994 the City of Wilkes-Barre acknowledges and . . . — — Map (db m117087) HM
Near here, on June 5, 1919, an explosion and fire in the Baltimore Mine Tunnel killed 92 and injured 60 when a fallen trolley wire contacted a cart carrying miners and kegs of blasting powder. One of the deadliest industrial disasters in Pa. . . . — — Map (db m90613) HM
On May 16, 1871, eight men from Wilkes-Barre, 11 other Pennsylvanians, and three New Yorkers - all professional mining and metallurgical engineers - gathered in Wilkes-Barre to discuss "two great objectives: First, the more economical production . . . — — Map (db m117088) HM
"The administration of justice is the
firmest pillar of government."
George Washington, 1789
You can't have a county without a county seat. In 1786 Luzerne County formed from Northumberland County. Wilkes-Barre, a place of early . . . — — Map (db m110482) HM
Donated by Sons of Italy in America
Francesco Ferruccio Lodge #1397
to the Citizens of Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
Commemorating the Quincentennial — — Map (db m117054) HM
The first Connecticut settlement on their Susquehanna Purchase, 1762. Following its destruction by Indians on Oct. 15, 1763, no further settlements were made until 1769. — — Map (db m19052) HM
This is a small tree with short trunk, spreading branches and broad, open crown. It grows in moist soils of valleys and borders of forests and old fields. The fruit is consumed by many birds and mammals. The hard, heavy wood has been used for tool . . . — — Map (db m153276) HM
US Congressman from Pa. 11th District, 1944 to 1980. His seniority on the House Appropriations Committee and knowledge of the legislative process enabled him to play a key role establishing national programs such as Medicare, Appalachian urban . . . — — Map (db m67546) HM
This monument erected
by the City of Wilkes-Barre
and
dedicated to the memory of its
early settlers and war veterans
whose grave sites remain unmarked
as a result of deterioration
and the passage of time.
Walter W. Lisman, . . . — — Map (db m90611) HM WM
"Every boy represents a human soul; a character forming for eternity. The life for the next few years will decide his future... Many a man who beats his life out behind prison bars is a victim of misdirected energy. Truly, the wealth of a . . . — — Map (db m110495) HM
The F.M. Kirby & Co. Store,
founded in Wilkes-Barre on
September 10, 1884,
and later known as Woolworth's,
occupied this site until 1993.
F.M. Kirby helped to pioneer the
"Five and Dime," one of the great
innovations in American . . . — — Map (db m117136) HM
This stone marks
the first permanent settlement
in Wyoming Valley
in the summer of 1762 by a
company of pioneers from Connecticut. — — Map (db m151681) HM
First fort built by the Connecticut settlers; Begun in April 1796. Used during the first Pennamite War against Pennsylvania authorities. 1769-71. It stood 1000 feet from Ft. Wyoming. — — Map (db m18591) HM
This monument was erected by the Wyoming Valley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution assisted by the Sons of the Revolution to mark the spot where Fort Wilkes-Barre stood in 1778 at the time of the Wyoming Massacre.
The fort was . . . — — Map (db m68786) HM
Built by Pennsylvania, 1771; seized by Connecticut settlers. Rebuilt 1778. Mobilization camp for Sullivan's army, 1779. Destroyed 1784, after withdrawal of the Continental and Pennsylvania garrisons. — — Map (db m18650) HM
This Stone marks the site of
Fort Wyoming.
Built by the Proprietary
forces January 1771. Captured
by the Connecticut settlers the
same year, and used as a defence against
the Indians. Rebuilt in 1778 and became
an important . . . — — Map (db m153274) HM
This Abstract Expressionist painter, born in Wilkes-Barre, helped establish the international reputation of American artists in the 1950's. Kline's "Action Painting" is noted for bold, emotionally charged brushstrokes and non-representational . . . — — Map (db m18624) HM
Pioneer of the 5 & 10 cent store sales concept. He opened his first store in Wilkes-Barre in 1884. In 1912, he merged his 96 retail stores with F. W. Woolworth to form the vast international retail chain. A philanthropist, he made significant gifts . . . — — Map (db m18596) HM
The great painter of Indian portraits was born here July 26 1796 of Connecticut ancestry. Until 1823 he practiced law here and nearby. He began painting Indian pictures six years later. — — Map (db m18590) HM
At his tavern here on Feb. 11, 1808, Fell burned “stone coal” successfully in an open grate. This famed experiment spurred the rise of the anthracite industry & the Wyoming Valley's growth. He was a judge, 1798-1830; first burgess of . . . — — Map (db m67549) HM
In grateful appreciation to
the Holy Cross Community who founded King's College
1946
Rev. James W. Connerton, C.S.C.
President
Rev. William S. Scandlon, C.S.C.
Vice President
Rev. Raymond A. Pieper, . . . — — Map (db m110444) HM
United States South Korea
United Nations
This monument is dedicated to all those
men and women from Luzerne County
who served in the
Korean Theater of Operations
during the Korean War.
On land donated by the county commissioners, . . . — — Map (db m110470) WM
Formed September 25, 1786 from Northumberland County. Named for Chevalier de la Luzerne. Wilkes-Barre, the county seat, was settled 1769. A center of the Yankee-Pennamite Wars (begun 1769) and 1902 Anthracite Strike, conflicts that changed America. — — Map (db m31946) HM
From headquarters in Wilkes-Barre, Howe's six touring shows introduced motion pictures to rural Americans. Pioneer exhibitor of "high class" film programs with coordinated sound. Filmed world & local events, including Pres. Theodore Roosevelt's . . . — — Map (db m18599) HM
Prominent labor, community, and civic leader. She headed the Wyoming Valley District of the ILGWU, 1944-1963. With her husband Bill, she confronted corrupting influences & other obstacles in building a membership of 11,000. Created under their . . . — — Map (db m67547) HM
Old Ship Zion Church on Public Square was the first religious assembly hall in Wilkes-Barre. This bell, the first known church bell in Luzerne County, hung in the church until the building was demolished in 1857. The bell was cast in Philadelphia . . . — — Map (db m117084) HM
Patrick J. O'Connor
1903-1958
Patrick J. O'Connor was a distinguished scholar, speaker and attorney. He was valedictorian of his college St. Bonaventure. He was valedictorian and editor-in-chief of the Law Review at Georgetown University . . . — — Map (db m110466) HM
Historically the interior of Public Square, or as it was known originally the "Town Plot," has served a variety of needs. Laid out in 1733 by Col. John Durkee, it has been the setting for a market house, a fireproof storage building for records, a . . . — — Map (db m117091) HM
Graduated Yale College, 1740.
Pastor Congregational Church, Groton,
Connecticut, 1749 - 1772.
First Pastor Wilkes-Barre Congregation
(subsequently First Presbyterian)
1772 - 1797.
He made missionary journeys to the Six
Nations, . . . — — Map (db m134647) HM
Founding pastor of Holy Savior Parish in 1895. Known as the Labor Priest, he championed the workers' cause and was instrumental in settling the Anthracite Strike of 1902. He was a friend of Theodore Roosevelt, who visited here often. — — Map (db m19059) HM
Pioneer in development of overland wireless telegraphy. In 1898 he began his experiments on these grounds. His first public transmission of sound was made here on Nov. 23, 1905. Pastor, artist, biologist, and a supporter of Slovak aspirations, he . . . — — Map (db m90610) HM
Called “King of the Delawares,” he upheld the dignity of Native Americans and strove to protect their right to land in Pennsylvania. Baptized by the Moravians, he established the Wyoming Valley's last Delaware & Mahican settlement near . . . — — Map (db m67623) HM
In November of 1972, 365 subscribers of Service Electric Cable TV became the first subscribers to Home Box Office. By participating in the launch of the nation's premiere pay television service, these citizens of Wilkes Barre became part of . . . — — Map (db m117085) HM
The oldest full scale arts festival in Pennsylvania was founded in 1956 by Annette Evans and Alfred S. Groh to provide an annual celebration of the arts in the Wyoming Valley area. In the original plan the founders desired to guarantee that Fiesta . . . — — Map (db m117090) HM
Built by John A. Redington, opened October 11, 1906 at the corner of East Market Street and South Pennsylvania Avenue, the seven-story, lavish hotel was designed by the prominent architectural firm of McCormick and French. The hotel contained many . . . — — Map (db m151566) HM
The Tower of this Church
shall be known as The Roberts Tower
in Honor of Daniel C. Roberts
whose Christian Generosity made
possible the building of this Edifice.
Enter into his gates with thanksgiving. — — Map (db m153267) HM
These anchors and bell are preserved here as a memorial to a valiant ship, the U.S.S. Wilkes-Barre. CL 103 was a 10,000-ton Cleveland Class Cruiser, launched December 24, 1943, commissioned July 1, 1944, and attached to the Pacific Fleet, Cruiser . . . — — Map (db m18764) HM
This memorial is in honor
of the men and women
of the Armed Forces
who proudly served our country
for the freedom of America
and the Free World. — — Map (db m155455) WM
To those who served
and those who gave their
lives in South-East Asia during
the Vietnam War 1960 - 1975
[Roll of Honored Dead]
Description of the Sculpture for
the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
This Monument of the Vietnam War Memorial . . . — — Map (db m110430) WM
In grateful tribute to
the men and women
of Brookside who
served and gave their
lives in the service of
God and Country in
all of our conflicts.
In memory of
Raymond Parker Oscar Shaffer
James Delaney Elwood Renshaw
[All . . . — — Map (db m155875) WM
Laid out 1770 by a group of Connecticut settlers, on land claimed by that state. Seat of "County of Westmoreland," erected 1776. Near here took place the Wyoming Massacre, 1778, and the "Pennamite Wars" of 1769-72 and 1784. — — Map (db m19060) HM
Laid out 1770 by a group of Connecticut settlers, on land claimed by that state. Seat of "County of Westmoreland," erected 1776. Near here took place the Wyoming Massacre, 1778, and the "Pennamite Wars" of 1769-72 and 1784. — — Map (db m32163) HM
Laid out 1770 by a group of Connecticut settlers, on land claimed by that state. Seat of "County of Westmoreland," erected 1776. Near here took place the Wyoming Massacre, 1778, and the "Pennamite Wars" of 1769-72 and 1784. — — Map (db m90612) HM
Completed 1778, Inclosing the courthouse of the Connecticut county of Westmoreland. Surrendered with Forty Fort to the British in 1778. — — Map (db m19098) HM
Prominent merchant and ardent abolitionist significant to the Underground Railroad in Wilkes-Barre. He provided refuge to fugitive slaves at his home and business near here. In 1853, Gildersleeve testified in a U.S. Supreme Court case, Maxwell vs. . . . — — Map (db m67617) HM
Founder of MCI Communications. MCI challenged AT&T's monopoly of the telephone industry and went on to become one of the nation's leaders in that field. McGowan was also a major financial contributor to many medical institutions and fields of . . . — — Map (db m67496) HM
Roll of Honor
to commemorate the names of
our men who answered their
country's call and served for
liberty and democracy in the
World War ending Nov. 11th, 1918.
[Honored Dead]
George Ihnαt . . . — — Map (db m151863) WM
Built by the State of Pennsylvania, 1831-34, this canal opened the Wyoming Valley's anthracite field to the mid-Atlantic coal trade. Along with the railroads, it ultimately enabled this valley to become the world's largest anthracite coal producer. . . . — — Map (db m18623) HM
Nearby on July 3, 1778, 300 patriots under Col. Zebulon Butler were defeated by 1100 British, Tories, and Indians with Maj. Gen. John Butler. Captives were massacred; survivors fled to Forty Fort. — — Map (db m18895) HM
Between 4 and 5 o'clock in the afternoon of July 3, 1778, an American force of about 300 men, led by Col. Zebulon Butler, Col. Nathan Denison, Lieut. Col. George Dorrance and Major Jonathan Garrett formed in line of battle east and west of this . . . — — Map (db m10515) HM
On the night of July 3, 1778, after the Battle of Wyoming, fourteen or more captive American soldiers were murdered here by a maul wielded by a revengeful Indian woman, traditionally but not certainly identified as "Queen Esther." — — Map (db m18847) HM
They gave their all
for their country and fellowman
"May They Rest In Peace"
World War I 1917-1918
John Calvey Edward Hornby Alexander Sevenski
World War II 1941-1945
Frank L. Alberts John M. Benowski Kenneth Brown . . . — — Map (db m124141) WM
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