Lackawanna Valley National Heritage Area

Lackawanna Valley National Heritage Area

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Address:Lackawanna Heritage Valley
1300 Old Plank Rd
Mayfield, PA 18433
Phone:570-963-6730
Fax:570-963-6732
Web: www.lhva.org
Established: Authorized on November 6, 2000.
Location:Along the Lackawanna River in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Special Features:The 40-mile-long Lackawanna Heritage Valley is at the center of what was once the world's most productive anthracite field. The heritage area features history and culture closely tied to the anthracite coal mining industry, a cornerstone of the American industrial legacy. A combination of trails, museums, and other visitor attractions help tell the nationally important story of anthracite.

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