Discover the lost patch town of Mackeysburg in Schuylkill County’s Civil War era. Once a hub of anti-war resistance and labor action, learn how this forgotten village shaped local history. An intriguing look at 19th-century image showing Coal Region life. Read the full story.
These remarkable sketches show life in the Coal Region during the middle part of the 19th century, a crucial time in the area's history.
Discover the remarkable journey of Scottish immigrant Robert Weir in 1850s Schuylkill County. From his work as a hoisting engineer in Pennsylvania's coal mines to his experiences in the California Gold Rush, explore his vivid recollections and the impact of the Civil War on his life. Read the full story.
Discover the journey of Scottish immigrant Robert Weir, who arrived in Schuylkill County's Coal Region in 1852. This historical account explores 19th-century Pennsylvania coal mining, immigrant challenges, and community life. Unearth rich cultural history in this captivating 1914 interview. Read the full story.
A New York Times reporter's observations about the Schuylkill County mining village of Heckscherville in 1863.
Author Mark Bulik eloquently describes the labor wars that consumed Schuylkill County in the 1870s.