Carbondale Historical Society

About

City historical society with focus on anthracite mining and D&H railroad. Extensive genealogy archives. Three exhibition galleries. Open to the public.

Mission

The Carbondale Historical Society and Museum is an educational and historical membership organization whose mission is to record, gather, and preserve the history of the city of Carbondale and the surrounding area.

Through its genealogical and local history research center and exhibition galleries on the third floor of Carbondale City hall (listed in the National Register of Historic Places on January 6, 1983, through the efforts of the Society) and through an annual series of public lectures, programs, exhibitions, and commemorative ceremonies, in the community and in the public schools, the Society, at the same time, interprets and makes accessible to the public the City's rich, diverse, and unique history and heritage.

The Carbondale Historical Society and Museum is committed to the central values of (1) maintaining the highest possible standards in all its endeavors, (2) providing excellent service to the public at all times, and (3) demonstrating leadership and innovation in the field of local history.

Products

Commemorative items are available for purchase at 3rd floor City Hall.

These items include china imprinted with Carbondale images, and Delaware & Hudson t-shirts and polo shirts.