Luzerne County Historical Society

09/02/2026

🀄️ Mah Jongg at the Museum final call! 🀄️

Mah Jongg at the Museum starts tomorrow! We’re thrilled to partner with the Mah Jongg Social Club for this fun, hands-on three-week series.

If you’ve been thinking about learning Mah Jongg, now’s the time to grab your seat! Once these last 5 spots are gone, they’re gone!

🎟️ $75 for all three sessions
📍 LCHS Museum | Wilkes-Barre
📅 Sept. 3, 10 & 17 | 6–8 PM

Grab your seat here: luzernehistory.org/event/mah-jongg-at-the-museum/

08/31/2026

Your Voice Matters to LCHS 📣

We want to hear from you.

The Luzerne County Historical Society is conducting a Community Voice Survey to learn more about your experiences with LCHS and how we can better serve our community.

How has LCHS impacted you or your family? What would you like to see from us in the future?

Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts:

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With your permission, we may share a response or brief quote in our annual appeal to help illustrate the impact of the Historical Society in our community. Your response will only be used for this purpose if you give us permission.

Thank you for taking the time to share your voice. Your feedback will help us shape the future of LCHS.

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08/31/2026

A big 'Thank You!' to The Citizens' Voice for stopping by our Games Day at Swetland on Saturday!

The Luzerne County Historical Society hosted Games Day featuring indoor and outdoor historical games on Aug. 29 at the Swetland Homestead in Wyoming.

08/30/2026

Some great shots from yesterday's Games Day at Swetland. A big "Thank You!" to the nearly 50 attendees who enjoyed an afternoon of 18th and 19th century games at the 1803 historic Homestead!

08/30/2026

A big 'Thank You!' to Brian Orbin and all our friends at 28/22 News (WBRE/WYOU) for stopping by our Games Day at the Swetland Homestead yesterday!

WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Visitors gathered on the lawn at the Swetland Homestead in Wyoming, Luzerne County, on Saturday afternoon to play 18th- and 19th-century games. Participants of…

08/29/2026

Happening NOW!

Looking for something fun to do this afternoon? Join us today from 12–4 PM at the Swetland Homestead for Games Day!

Step back in time and discover how families entertained themselves before modern technology. Visitors can try a variety of 18th- and 19th-century games, both inside the historic Homestead and outdoors on the grounds, including:

• “Shut the Box”
• Croquet
• Horseshoes
• Hoop rolling
• Marbles
• Period baseball games
• And more!

Come experience the games enjoyed by families in the past and get a hands-on look at everyday life in earlier generations.

Swetland Homestead
885 Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, PA

Today, August 29 | 12–4 PM

Admission:
$10 LCHS members
$15 non-members
$5 children 17 and under

No reservations are necessary. Stop by anytime this afternoon and join us!

08/28/2026

Tomorrow as part of our Swetland Homestead Games Day, you can play twelve different games from the 18th and 19th centuries, including getting to use our 1860s Base Ball (two words!) equipment!

Games Day runs from noon until 4pm tomorrow at the Swetland Homestead, so we hope to see you there! Games will be running continuously all afternoon, so drop in at your leisure!

Tickets are $10 for LCHS members, $15 for non-members and just $5 for kids up to 17 years of age. No reservations are necessary, tickets available at door. Period dress is welcomed, but not required.

08/22/2026

The museum is open! Stop by and see us. We're here until 4 today!

08/21/2026

Join us for Mah Jongg at the Museum! 🀄

Ready to learn a new game, sharpen your strategy, or take your Mah Jongg skills to the next level?

The Luzerne County Historical Society invites the community to discover the excitement, strategy, and social fun of Mah Jongg with “Mah Jongg at the Museum,” a three-evening program designed for players of all skill levels!

📍 LCHS Museum
69 Rear S. Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre
📅 September 3, 10 & 17
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
💲 $75 per person

Mah Jongg instructors Laurie White-Gumula and Lexie Kelly frrom Mah Jongg Social Club will guide participants through the fundamental skills needed to build confidence at the table.

Your registration includes:
🀄 A Mah Jongg card to borrow during the evenings
🎟️ One complimentary ticket to either Haunted Spirits and Shadows at Swetland Homestead in October 2026 or Christmas at Swetland in December 2026

And there’s more! During your visit, explore a unique piece of history currently on exhibit at the museum: a 1929 Mah Jongg set, offering a fascinating glimpse into the game's enduring popularity and cultural significance.

Space is limited—register today at: luzernehistory.org/event/mah-jongg-at-the-museum/ or email: [email protected]