“We condemn the system” | Mineworkers protest in Hazleton, PA in 1869

In 1869, mineworkers gathered in Hazleton, PA and put their grievances in writing - condemning company stores, withheld wages, and employer control over daily life. Their resolutions, printed by a labor newspaper in Philly, reveal how tightly coal companies gripped both work and survival. Read the full story.

Exploring Eckley Miners’ Village | Coal Region History

Jake Wynn - Public Historian at Eckley Miners' Village in Eckley Pennsylvania Coal Region history

Explore Eckley Miners’ Village in Luzerne County We stepped back in time at this preserved 1850s patch town - the filming site of "The Molly Maguires" – and learned more about patch towns in the Coal Region. Read the full story of our visit and how you can plan your own trip.