Eckley Miners' Village, Coal mining heritage museum in Foster Township, Pennsylvania.
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission maintains this complete coal mining town with preserved houses, churches, and a general store from the 1800s.
The village received its National Register of Historic Places designation in 1970 to protect the structures and stories of anthracite coal mining communities.
The museum presents the daily experiences of mining families through exhibits displaying their homes, work tools, clothing, and household items from the 19th century.
Visitors can access the site from Wednesday through Sunday between 10 AM and 4 PM, with guided tours available for an additional fee of 2 dollars.
The village sits at the center of the largest anthracite coal deposit in North America, making it a primary source for understanding industrial coal extraction.
Location: Pennsylvania
Inception: 1970
GPS coordinates: 40.99330,-75.86280
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:39
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