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Mission

Wayne County Historical Society was organized on May 26, 1917, and was incorporated in 1922. The purpose and objectives of the Society as stated in its by-laws are:

  • To collect and preserve historical records of persons, places, and events in Wayne County.
  • To preserve and maintain a research library and museums of relics, books, maps, paintings, and all other articles, which further public interest in Wayne County's history.
  • To make every effort to preserve and restore historical buildings, landmarks, and sites.
  • To educate the population of the history of the area and its historical value.

In its 105th year, the Society, a non-profit corporation, is governed by a Board of Trustees of 18 volunteers and boasts over 800 members in the United States and abroad.

We invite you to visit our museums and Research Library, become a member, and support our important mission.

Wayne County Historical Society
P.O. Box 446
Honesdale, PA 18431

Phone:
(570) 253-3240

Fax:
(570) 253-5204

Email:
wchs@waynehistorypa.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Towpath Guided Walk May 13, 2023
May 13, 2023, 10:00 AM
Come and learn about the history of Lock 31 and the D&H Canal at 10:00 a.m., on May 13, 2023.…
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Canal Boat Pavilion Grand Opening Dinner Walk June 17, 2023
Jun 17, 2023, 6:00 AM
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Wayne County’s canal boat replica to be named after Clinton Leet
Aug 19, 2023, 10:00 AM
The Wayne County Historical Society is planning its 10th annual Canal Festival for August 19, 2023.…

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Welcome to the Wayne County Historical Society, home of the full-size replica of the Stourbridge Lion, the first locomotive to run on commercial track in the United States.

Our main museum and museum shop are housed in a building built in 1860 as headquarters of the Delaware & Hudson Canal Company....click here for more information.

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Hon. James Manning House
Bethany James Manning was born in Connecticut in 1792 and began his career…
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The Crane House
910 Church Street - The house at 910 Church Street was built in 1845 by…

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Genealogy in Wayne County
Genealogical records WCHS Research Library at 810 Main Street, Honesdale…
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Research materials at the WCHS Research Library, your best source for the…

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