Faces in Clay
Faces in Clay opened in 1995 in the lower level of the Main Museum. The late County Historian Vernon Leslie's 4,600-plus archaeology collection is its basis. This exhibit interprets the Native American history of the upper Delaware Valley. A number of important features of their lifestyle, hunting and gathering techniques and social customs are highlighted. In addition, Vernon Leslie's life's work is interpreted and a 17th century dugout canoe can be viewed.
Permanent Exhibits
The History Lab is a fun and informative way for families to learn about Wayne county History. Kids…
The Faces in Clay exhibit originally opened in 1995 in the lower level of the 810 Main Street,…
Movin' Energy: The History of the Delaware and Hudson Canal 1828-1898 exhibit is housed in the 1993…
In 1827 the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company began to investigate the use of the steam engine for…
The society's entire glass collection is again on exhibit after five years in storage and pieces on…
Past Exhibits
A Walk through Wayne County
Boy Scout Troop 1 Honesdale
Here Comes the Bride is an exhibit of eleven wedding gowns and related items dating from the 1850’s…
Thirteen maps of Honesdale, Pennsylvania dating from 1776
Stitches in Time
The Artistic Vision of Howard Becker
The History of Firefighting in Wayne County
The Wayne County Experience
Edgar Pohle, the son of a well-known Honesdale merchant, was born on his mother's birthday, May 7,…
Weston Stoneware is a small temporary but interesting exhibit containing nineteen beautiful pieces…
Beginning in 1851, Robert Lovelass started making the organ entirely by hand with the exception of…
News and Events
Nov 30, 2024, 12:00 PM
Join us for a day of history, fun, and community spirit at the Wayne County Historical Society's…
Dec 7, 2024, 10:00 AM
Various sizes of fresh white pine trees for just $40 (cash only).
Dec 21, 2024, 5:00 PM
Gather by the canal to light candles and a bonfire, welcoming the return of the sun's warmth and…