This is a great little history place! One things for sure is this, A great little train ride goes along way! More

Scranton bears the scars of anthracite mining and this museum provides a fascinating insight into history of the region's coal mines. The exhibits are well researched and presented. They delve into the troubled labor history of the Lacawanna and Luzerne valleys at the turn of the century. L The topic of child labor is not swept under the carpet. Immigrants... More

Been here many times and every time it's great! Good for all ages and especially in the summer when you want to do something to beat the heat :-) More

cannot wait for family to visit to bring them here enjoyable More

Wow, it sounds great. What did you like about it? It is educational and informative for children and adults alike but it is also a shocking eye opener when it comes to the history of our local mines. It is also a good place to visit during the hot summer months and a nice place to pick up souvenirs. More

This is a fantastic opportunity to experience going into a coal mine and gain the insight of the tour guide. Educational, fun, and it definitely give you an appreciation for any coal miner. The tour guide answers all questions and it is an interactive tour. My Grandfather worked in the coal mines and it brought new respect for those that... More

I did the coal mine tour with my parents and my husband. I'd definitely recommend doing the tour if you visit the area. The guides are fantastic, and you will learn about this region's heritage. More

Great place to learn the history of Anthracite. The guides are usually older men who have a connection to the mines. If your ancestors were miners you will come out with a new appreciation of their hard work and the conditions under which they worked. More

So we went to my sons colleges family weekend and it snowed in October for the first time in 100 years. So needing something to do we drove to the Pennsylvania anthracite museum. My family like the exhibits and the place is very well run. It's not a day killer but its an hour or two to go through. More