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For many years Wayne County was known nationally and internationally for its cut glass. In 1862…
Pictured on the front is the entrance of the former office of the Delaware & Hudson Canal Co., 810…
The Gravity Railroad was suggested by engineer Benjamin Wright, engineer of the company, as a more…
Irving's trip to Honesdale was described in a letter from Washington Irving to his sister in glowing…
The National Museum of Women in the Arts has called Jennie Brownscombe "a kind of Norman Rockwell of…
In 1827 the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company began to investigate the use of the steam engine for…
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Genealogical records WCHS Research Library at 810 Main Street, Honesdale PA
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Research materials at the WCHS Research Library, your best source for the history and genealogy of…
Indexes Available in WCHS Research Library
Research Materials Available in the WCHS Research Library at 810 Main Street, Honesdale PA
Research materials at the WCHS Research Library, your best source for the history and genealogy of…
Research materials at the WCHS Research Library, your best source for the history and genealogy of…
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Jun 19, 2026, 10:30 AM
Step inside the beautifully restored Daniels Farmhouse for an unforgettable evening of history,…
Aug 30, 2026, 1:00 PM
Bethel School, a historic one-room school located on Bethel School Road in Honesdale, will be open…
Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 AM
Discover the fascinating history of Wayne County at the Old Stone Jail Open House hosted by the…
Oct 10, 2026, 2:00 PM
Please join us throughout summer starting May 23, 2026 through fall of Saturday, October 10, 2026…
Nov 8, 2026, 2:00 PM
Please join us on Sunday Afternoon, November 8, 2026 at R Place on 590, 482 Hamlin Highway, Hamlin,…