Long before the pocono mountains became a destination for families, honeymooners, naturelovers, and relaxationseekers, the area was inhabited by the delaware, iroquois, shawnee, minisink, lenape, and paupack native americans. The city of mount pocono is located in the state of pa. Jan 18, 2010 the pocono jackson historical society has chosen historic photographs from the many images in its archives, as well as from members and residents, to commemorate the areas history in pocono and jackson townships. Raymond omelko passed away on december 8, 2019 in mount pocono, pennsylvania. Indiana and 1 other state had the highest population of pocono families in 1920. Immerse yourself into worldclass art, exciting history, and mindbending science.
One is henry skier, a true visionary who is passionate about people, community and creativity. The book is perfect for pocono residents a must have for anyone who is interested in the om the original formation and geology to the flora and fauna of the present. Caesars pocono resorts changed its name to cove haven entertainment resorts. The historical book entitled indian arrows to atoms by the historical book. Financial donation may be mailed to hatt, po box 2084, pocono pines, pa. Pennsylvanias mountain treasure hardcover september 28. The decision to change the name was done for a simple reasonthe original cove haven resort was the name that started it all, for the region and the company over 50 years ago. The tub would appear in other couples resorts and became a symbol of the pocono resort business. Port jervis mother, 22, charged with murder of newborn daughter. Mount pocono municipal building 61 pocono boulevard, suite 100 mount pocono, pa 18344. The wolf clan occupied the land in what is now monroe county. Raymond omelko obituary mount pocono, pennsylvania.
Sea history is published quarterly by the national maritime historical society. The story of pennsylvanias vacationland keystone books squeri, lawrence on. You can find our publications throughout the poconos, scranton, lehigh valley, new jersey and surrounding areas at nearly 800 locations. The pocono record has been part of the northeastern pennsylvania community for more than 105 years. The pocono book club is the first, the original, the authentic, the best literary gettogether in the greater pocono mountain region. Dec 08, 2019 raymond omelko passed away on december 8, 2019 in mount pocono, pennsylvania.
Check out the best museums in pocono mountains region to visit in 2020. The eerie abandoned resorts of the poconos mountains. People who have local history books at home already read and not being used. The pocono record from stroudsburg, pennsylvania page 3. Clymer library historical association of tobyhanna township. Poconojackson townships historical society home facebook. Margaret creighton has written a fascinating book on the world of whalemen in.
Book discussion groups eastern monroe public library. The pocono gardens lodge was one of the most popular poconos honeymoon resorts for decades. Fast development over the last twenty years have changed the serene mountains into a bustle of communities, but is was not so long ago there were dirt roads, no traffic lights, and. Pocono track history learn all about the history of pocono racetrack over the last 40 years, from the first race in 1968 to present day. Pocono where to book stroudsburg, pa 18360 pocono mountains. The resort was part of the old mount airy lodge complex, but as a smaller property, it struggled earlier than others in the region. Resort directory featuring a complete list of 12 historical resorts. Cable tv is featured in all guest rooms at hotel m mount pocono. Sea history 068 winter 19931994 by national maritime historical.
This was about 50% of all the recorded pocono s in the usa. Poconos history learn more about the historic pocono mountains. Pennsylvanias mountain treasure hardcover september 28, 2015. The pocono gardens resort closed its doors forever in august 2000. Throughout the past 105 years, we have remained true, continuing to provide news of importance and interest to the community. Guests have access to coinoperated laundry facilities. May 20, 2020 looking to get inspired on your trip to pocono mountains region. The home of a pair of nascar sprint cup series races held in june and augustthe pocono 400 and the 400 respectivelythe pocono raceway is one the most storied tracks in nascar history.
This book could begin with a memoir of my very first visits to the pocono mountains in pennsylvania. We offer the ability to search by first name, last name, phone number, or business name. The pocono where to book coverage february 2016 issuu company logo. The pocono record from stroudsburg, pennsylvania on march 10.
Were proud of our history, and we care about the future of this everchanging area. Poconojackson townships historical society, tannersville. We have compiled the ultimate database of phone numbers from around the state and country to help you locate any lost friends, relatives or family members. Anns basilica go to tripp house go to wilkes barre history. Sports then and now a brief history of the pocono raceway. An illustrated natural history guide paperback september 1, 2006. The pocono record from stroudsburg, pennsylvania on march. Local history the chamber of the northern poconos, pa. Simply furnished, each airconditioned room is equipped with coffeemaking facilities. The pocono springs property has a rich history of providing unforgettable summers for campers and counselors alike.
Morris wilkins, coowner of cove haven, invented the heartshaped bathtub in 1963 as a way to lure honeymoon customers. When antoine dutot opened the kittatinny hotelthe first tourist hotel in the poconosin 1829, little did he know that he was a pioneer in what would become one of the largest and most diverse tourist and recreation areas on the east coast. Other possible sources are the paperback books of images of america series published by arcadia publishing and the book better in the poconos. Although his initial venture failed, the tourist industry of the poconos has been a longterm success, evolving and adapting to change. The 10 best museums youll want to visit in pocono mountains. Pay tribute to your lasting love with some of the most romantic experiences to be found in the land of love. Law enforcement urged to provide more organized crime informa. Since 2015, weve met once a month in a relaxing gastronomic setting to discuss everyones thoughts on the book ofthemonth.
Mount pocono white pages mount pocono phone directory lookup. Pocono raceway formerly pocono international raceway also known as the tricky triangle, is a superspeedway located in the pocono mountains in long pond, pennsylvania. If you have issues viewing or accessing this file, please. You can see how pocono families moved over time by selecting different census years. It is located nearly centered in the southernmost county of five in the northeast corner that are part of the poconos mountains region of the state. Also home to the pocono indycar 500 and used by sports car club of america along with motorcycle clubs and driving schools, the track gets a. Pocono and jackson townships by poconojackson historical. I could lyrically describe pleasant memories of idyllic. It is the site of four nascar national series races and an arca menards series event in june. A 24hour reception is available at mount pocono hotel m. This is a business that the north pocono community needs. Mar 01, 2015 the word pocono in the native lenape tongue means a river between two mountains. Bibliophiles, book worms, and casual perusers unite. Nearly 400 images pay homage to the scenic landscape that inspired vacationing families and tourists to escape hot summers in the city for rafting, canoeing.
Mount pocono is a borough in monroe county, pennsylvania, in the united states. Local history located at the intersection of the drinker turnpike now route 611 and the eastonbelmont turnpike now route 196, the borough now known as mount pocono began as a settlement named forks. Large selection of outofprint nautical books 6 free catalogsyear from our. Poconos history learn more about the historic pocono. Read, highlight, and take notes, across web, tablet, and phone. Whether its stepping back in time to visit millionaires from the industrial revolution, riding the rails of americas first steam train, takingin some of the regions fine art or enjoying a topnotch musical performance, the pocono mountains is sure to enrich and engage your getaway for history, heritage. The pocono family name was found in the usa in 1920. It later became known as mount pleasant, and in 1927 was incorporated as the borough of mount pocono. Add even more romance to your allinclusive stay with a thoughtful array of special touches dedicated to making your special day simply unforgettable. November 1, 2019 by laguzda in food, hawley, history, inspiration, people, pocono mountains, uncategorized i have the good fortune to work with some very special and talented folks.
As the pocono mountains region prepares for reopening, please call ahead to businesses before travelling to the destination. There are museums, historical courthouses and homesteads, state parks, nature sanctuaries, waterfalls, foliage, wildlife, and breathtaking vistas. Whitepages is the largest and most trusted online phone book and directory. The picturesque lakefront campus welcomed its first campers in 1935 and served as the home for great summer camps, including pocono highlands camp for over 65 years, until closing its gates in 2009. Founded in 1997, pjhs is dedicated to preserving the historical significance and educating current citizens about pocono and. Features fullscreen sharing embed analytics article stories visual stories seo. Mount pocono white pages phone books in pennsylvania pa. Learn more about the pocono mountains history, from the creation of lake wallenpaupack to the first honeymoon resort to the opening of the pocono raceway. Captions for the photographs have been supplied from the recorded history of the area and memories of days gone by. Sea history 074 summer 1995 by national maritime historical.
By 1960, the pocono mountains rivaled niagara falls as a honeymoon destination, attracting 100,000 couples a year. One page description of major attractions in the pocono poconosscranton area. Sea history is published quarterly by the national maritime historical society, 5 john. In 1920 there was 1 pocono family living in indiana. The getoutanddo books of the poconos, covering all of the pocono mountains with over 800 hightraffic locations and over 1. There are countless ways to experience the scenic beauty of the pocono mountains. Learn more about the vibrant history of the cove haven resorts in the poconos.