Schuylkill County Historical Society

The Historical Society of Schuylkill County was incorporated in 1903. The name has changed to the Schuylkill County Historical Society but it is still the official historical society of the county. Our purpose is to discover, procure, and preserve the records of the history of Schuylkill County and any materials which may illustrate that history. The Society has a priceless collection of historical materials of Schuylkill County that is used by members, researchers, scholars and the general public. We invite you to stay awhile, visit our site and come and browse our rooms. Our present location is in the historic Centre Street Grammar School that was constructed during the Civil War.

Our Mission

1. The purpose of the Society is to discover, procure, preserve, and exhibit the history of Schuylkill County and all records, data, and material that may establish or illustrate that history.

2.   Operating and managing a facility as an educational resource for the public, a repository for its collection, and a place to present its exhibits and educational programs.

3. Marking and protecting historical landmarks and sites within Schuylkill County.

4. Promoting the history of Schuylkill County by every feasible means to as wide an audience as possible and cooperating with other organizations that have a similar purpose.