Woodvale Historic District

Woodvale Historic District is a coal mining area in Pennsylvania containing around eighty buildings, sites, and structures spread across multiple counties. The collection includes residences, churches, industrial facilities, and other infrastructure that shaped daily life for mining workers.

The Rockhill Iron and Coal Company began developing this settlement in the late 1800s for its mining workforce. Over several decades, residential neighborhoods, factory buildings, and community facilities were built before mining operations declined in the mid-1900s.

Churches in the district reflect the faith traditions of the mining community, including a Methodist chapel and a Greek Orthodox church. These buildings were places where residents gathered to maintain their spiritual practices and sense of belonging.

The area spans multiple counties and townships, so it helps to locate specific sites before visiting. Most buildings are visible from outside and can be explored on foot along the local roads, but checking ahead about accessible areas is worthwhile.

A preserved railroad repair shop from the early 1900s displays specialized machinery rooms where locomotives and coal mining equipment were serviced. An old mule stable nearby offers insight into the practical methods used to transport coal and materials at that time.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 40.16694,-78.13806

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:06