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Wachovia Arena at Casey
Plaza
Whether you like the excitement of AHL hockey, outstanding concerts, or family shows like Champions on Ice, you can find it all at the Wachovia Arena at Casey Plaza, located in Greater Wilkes-Barre, PA. This first-class facility, located just off of Interstate 81 via exit 168, is the home of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins -- an affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, and of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers of the Arena Football 2 League -- and is managed by SMG. The 240,000 square foot, 8500 permanent seat regional, multi-purpose arena and convention center was recently ranked 14th in gross ticket sales - nationally -- by Pollstar Magazine (the arena industry trade magazine) . The facility ranked higher than Madison Square Garden and the Gund Arena in Cleveland. For details, click here.
Wyoming Valley Historical
& Geological Society
49 South Franklin Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1290
(570) 823-6244
www.whgs.org
Founded in February 1858, the Society maintains the collective memory of Luzerne County and its environs by recording and interpreting the history, traditions, events, people, and cultures which have directed and molded life within the region. Its collections include archaeology, archives, costumes, geology, Indian artifacts, industry, military, mineralogy, posters, and textiles.
Our rich mining heritage is traced through exhibits at the Anthracite Museum of Scranton, Eckley Miners Village, the Ashland Anthracite Museum and through the work of the Ashley Break Preservation Society.
The strong role of history in the culture of Luzerne County is illustrated in a number of tourist attractions.
Wilkes-Barre Rock Climbing Gym, Inc.
102-104 South Main Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
(570) 824-7633
www.wbcg.net
The Wilkes-Barre Rock Climbing Gym on South Main St., is a brand new, two-story facility that opened in June of 2002. For serious climbers, the gym offers intense bouldering and lead climb activities. For the novice, certified instructors are on hand for a quick introduction to indoor climbing.
Nathan Denison
House/Swetland Homestead
Home of a Connecticut early settler in Wyoming
Valley
35 Denison Street
Forty Fort, PA 18704
(570) 288-5531
The Nathan Denison House (35 Denison Street, Forty Fort, PA) and Swetland Homestead (885 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, PA) reflect American lifestyles, furniture and architecture in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Swetland Homestead is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the summer season. Call 823-6244 for information.
Wyoming Monument
Wyoming Avenue
U.S. Rte.11
Wyoming, PA 18644
A plain obelisk sixty-two and one-half feet high, of dark grey stone native to Wyoming Valley, stands as a silent and grand memorial to those who gave their lives for the safety of their friends and loved ones.
Luzerne County Courthouse
North River Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
(570) 825-1500
Here you will see the history of the County illustrated in mosaics and murals. Built during a period of Wilkes-Barre's greatest prosperity, the Courthouse is a symbol of the wealth and pride of the area.
The Lion Brewery
700 N. Pennsylvania Avenue
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18705
(570) 823-8801
www.lionbrewery.com
Harvey's Lake
The largest natural body of water in eastern Pennsylvania (public boating/private camping).
Pocono Downs Race Track
Highway 315
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702-7095
(570) 825-6681
And they're off...Experience the thrill of live harness racing in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Parks: Riverfront Parks, Rail-to-Trails, State Parks, and more...
For more information, contact
Tom Ruskey at the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber
(570) 823-2101 or any of the groups listed below:
Anthracite Scenic Trails
Association
Judy Rimple
PO Box 212
Dallas, PA 18612
(570) 675-9016
This effort utilizes inactive railroad tracks along the Susquehanna River and into the Pocono and Endless Mountains. The group will also be preserving and protecting natural resources, historical landmarks, and scenic beauty for the hikers, bikers, joggers, and cross-country sliers using the trails.
Delaware and Lehigh National
Heritage Corridor
Allan Sachse
10 East Church Street
Room P-208
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 861-9345
A coalition-based effort that includes five counties in eastern Pennsylvania that will be conserving the natural, historic, cultural, and recreational resources. It is a 182-mile stretch along the Delaware and Lehigh Canal and rail transportation system, linking Wilkes-Barre and Bristol, PA together.
Seven Tubs Nature Area
Robert L. Wasilewski
122 Meade Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18402
Planned enhancement to this park include the development of a trail to the top of Wilkes-Barre Mountain in the vicinity of the Seven Tubs Nature Area which will give visitors to the Tubs access to an unparalleled scenic overlook of the Wyoming Valley.
Susquehanna River Watch
Rails with Trails
John J. Charles
PO Box 1221
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703
(570) 829-2841
This effort also involves the action of preserving railroad sites along the Susquehanna River from Duryea to Wilkes-Barre for public recreation. Trails will provide opportunities for walkers, bikers, horseback riding, environmental education, and physically challenged to have access to the Susquehanna River.
Francis Slocum State Park
525 Mt. Olive Rd
Wyoming, PA 18644
(570) 696-3525
Moon Lake County Park
RD2, Box 301
Hunlock Creek, PA 18621
(570) 477-5467
Public Square
Downtown Wilkes-Barre, PA 18710
Red Barons Triple A Basball
Montage Mountain
Moosic, PA 18505
(570) 969-2255
Golf: Over 40 golf courses, including Huntsville Country Club, rated by Golf Digest the #2 new golf course in the country, and fun opportunities for tennis, fishing, and boating throughout the area.
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