New History Trolley Tour Launches to Celebrate Local Heritage

As tourism continues to flourish across the Pocono Mountains, the Panther Valley is stepping into the spotlight as a must-visit destination – rich in history, community spirit, and exciting new experiences.

The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is proud to announce a collaborative new attraction: Stories of Lansford: A History Trolley Tour. Developed in partnership with the Lansford Historical Society, The No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum, Lansford Alive, The 80’s Bar, the Borough of Lansford and the Jim Thorpe Trolley Company, this narrated four-hour journey invites guests to step back in time and explore the remarkable stories that shaped Lansford and the Panther Valley.

The tour features two extended museum stops, several historic points of interest, a catered lunch and live entertainment aboard a vintage-inspired trolley. Tour dates include December 6, 13 and 20 in 2025. Each tour runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. starting and ending at the No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum in Lansford.

 

This exciting new experience adds to the region’s growing list of holiday season attractions. Panther Valley is also poised to play a key role along the future 9/11 Memorial Trail, and several initiatives are underway through the newly formed Panther Valley Blueprint Community. Nearby, Narrow Valley Sportsplex and the Reading Blue Mountain Railroad in Nesquehoning continue to offer unique recreational and family-friendly experiences for both residents and visitors.

To learn more and reserve your seat for this unforgettable journey through local history, visit: Stories of Lansford: A History Trolley Tour.

With so many new initiatives taking shape, PMVB encourages local businesses to explore the benefits of joining our Membership Program—an opportunity to grow alongside the region’s expanding tourism economy.

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Pocono Mountains visitor information is available online at PoconoMountains.com or by phone at (570) 421-5791. Established in 1934, the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau is a private, non-profit membership organization. The PMVB is the official destination marketing organization for the four counties of Wayne, Pike, Monroe, and Carbon in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The PMVB operates the 24/7 Pocono Television Network which can be found on streaming, broadcast and cable.