UPDATE ON COVID-19 from the PHMC
Due to the Governor’s order regarding COVID-19, the Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum offices and museums throughout the State are closed through Thursday, April 30, 2020. During this time, visitation at all sites is suspended, and all public programs and events are canceled. Buildings and grounds are being monitored for security purposes.
The public can access the Scranton Iron Furnaces for pedestrian recreation; however, all facilities at PHMC sites and museums will be closed—including parking lots, restrooms, and visitor centers.
Thank you for being a good steward of Pennsylvania’s historic sites and museums!
The Anthracite Heritage Museum serves the educational needs of the public regarding the story of hard coal mining, its related industries, and the immigrant culture of northeastern Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and is actively supported by the Anthracite Heritage Museum and Iron Furnaces Associates which is a non-profit community based organization.
Fall and Winter hours in effect from October 1, 2018 through April 30, 2019: Wed-Sat, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sun, noon – 5:00 pm. School and Group tours available Mon-Sun. Please call (570) 963-4804.
