The best arts & culture spots in Monroe County

After seven years bringing culture, art, and community to Monroe County, Create & Be Art Studio is pivoting to a new unique space. Stay in touch to plug into their vibrant, inclusive scene, share your skills, and experience your art with neighbors.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 12, 2026

Women Veterans Museum spotlights the courage, leadership, and sacrifices of women across different branches through personal stories, photographs, uniforms, and artifacts that actually make you stop and read the placards.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 17, 2026

Orange: Coffee. Art. Music.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 6, 2026

American Killer Bees PA MMA & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu inside Stroud Mall offers BJJ, Muay Thai, boxing, wrestling, and non-contact cardio kickboxing for adults and kids, with a Little Bees program.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 9, 2026

Anchored by the 1795 home of Stroudsburg’s founder, Monroe County Historical Association - Stroud Mansion Museum and Library packs in smart rotating exhibits, Lunch and Learn talks, the new Heritage Center, and deep local archives. The Elizabeth D.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 8, 2026

Gallery at 530 Main keeps downtown Stroudsburg fresh with rotating shows from local and regional artists, spanning paint, print, and mixed media. It’s a welcoming, community-driven spot in a beautiful historic building, perfect for a quick inspiration fix between errands or a longer linger with friends.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 7, 2026

Andrei Art Gallery brings Stroudsburg a working studio feel and contemporary figurative art from internationally collected Andrei Protsouk, plus a curated roster of international contemporary artists; browse originals, limited editions, sculpture, and works on paper, with commissions, private viewings, and framing on…

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 28, 2026

A quick hop from East Stroudsburg, Antoine Dutot Museum & Gallery pairs Delaware Water Gap’s rich past with a fine art gallery, tracing the town’s 19th and early 20th century resort heyday while spotlighting the creative streak that still runs through the Gap. Perfect for a quick, low-stress culture fix.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 2, 2026

Schisler Museum and McMunn Planetarium is the Poconos spot where nature exhibits meet immersive planetarium films under one roof. Perfect for families, clubs, and scout troops... and yes, they’ll tailor group programs if you want something just for your crew.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 17, 2026

School of Visual and Performing Arts keeps the local arts heartbeat steady with accessible classes, community productions, and tickets on sale for the 2026 season. If you’ve been meaning to try something new or back a stage full of neighbors, this is where Stroudsburg shows up to shine.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 21, 2026