Historical Attractions/Museums

The Poconos is rich in American heritage and history.

Many of the local historical societies maintain an impressive collection of museums - where pictures of our past remain preserved for all generations. Read our blog for eight museums to visit in the Poconos! View the full list of Pocono historical attractions and museums.

Festivals

Kalahari Food and Not Just Wine Festival

04/13/2025

Join Kalahari Resorts and Conventions on Sunday, April 13, 2025, for the second annual Kalahari Food…

Earth Day Festival at PEEC

04/26/2025

Help PEEC celebrate the Earth! At this Earth Day Festival, there will be hands-on learning stations…

Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival

05/01/2025 - 05/04/2025

The Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival (JTIFF) is back for another year of screenings and awards…

Annual Wine on the River

05/03/2025

Wine on the River will be held at Baer Memorial Park in Lehighton with vendors including wineries…

Happy Hour Street Festival

05/17/2025

Located at Happy Hour Bar & Grill, this vibrant festival promises a day full of fun, food, and…

Jim Thorpe 138th Birthday Celebration

05/17/2025

This event honors Jim Thorpe, a Native American athlete, and the town's namesake. The celebration…

Quiet Valley Annual Farm Animal Frolic

05/17/2025 - 05/18/2025

Quiet Valley comes alive with new baby farm animals. Come and join this celebration of new life…

Red, White and Brew Festival

05/25/2025

Enjoy us for a day filled with delicious food trucks and amazing local craft vendors along with tons…

West End Fireman's Festival

05/29/2025 - 05/31/2025

The West End Fireman’s Festival is back for 2025. Enjoy music and rides on Thursday, May 29, and…

Pocono Pride Festival

06/01/2025

The PRIDE in the Poconos Celebration is an opportunity to champion inclusion and wellness for the…

Arts and Crafts Fair in Bingham Park

06/07/2025

Enjoy the talents of artists and crafters displaying their fine wares. The fair hosts approximately…

Wally Wine Fest

06/13/2025 - 06/15/2025

Wally Wine Fest is three days of wine filled fun at Lake Wallenpaupack! Enjoy this indoor/outdoor…

Juneteenth Freedom Festival

06/14/2025

Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Africans in…

Milford Music Festival

06/20/2025 - 06/22/2025

Visit Milford Borough for its weekend-long, annual Milford Music Festival, where music lines the…

Honesdale Roots & Rhythm Music & Arts Festival

06/21/2025

The Honesdale Roots & Rhythm Music and Arts Festival is back on June 21, 2025. Spend the morning…

Carbon County D&L Trail Fest

06/29/2025

Join Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor for the inaugural Carbon County D&L…

Fireworks Celebration

07/01/2025

The Greater Honesdale Partnership will hold a fireworks show on top of Irving Cliff at dusk on…

Independence Day Celebration

07/04/2025

Come and join Camelback Mountain Resort at Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark on July 4 for an…

Fourth of July Celebration at Skytop Lodge

07/05/2025

Bring a blanket or your favorite chair and join Skytop Lodge for their grand fireworks display on…

Shawnee Fireworks Display

07/05/2025

Join Shawnee Mountain for an evening of fun! Enjoy live DJ, food and dessert trucks, vendors and…

Wildflower Concert Series

07/05/2025 - 08/16/2025

Set amidst majestic pine trees and green ferns, the Wildflower Concert Series is held on the grounds…

A view of Grey Towers National Historic Landmark in Milford, PA

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Top 8 Museums to Visit in the Poconos

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Check back on June 10, 2025 when this blog will be updated! From ancient Native American settlements dating back over 10,000 years…

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Historical Attractions/Museums

The Poconos is rich in American heritage and history.

Pocono Tourism

Pocono Indian Museum

Top 8 Museums to Visit in the Poconos

Photos of Museums in the Poconos