The best arts & culture spots in Scranton

“Need a midweek brain boost? Everhart Museum is mixing natural history, art, and pop-culture fun right now with America 250: We the People, Hubble Space Telescope: New Views of the Universe, and The Office Exhibition, making it the easiest way to sneak some wonder into your Nay Aug Park stroll.”

From the Scranton newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple is kicking off its new Broadway season, and this week brings The West Point Band "America 250 Concert" to set the tone. , plus NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet.”

From the Scranton newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Anthracite Heritage Museum turns NEPA’s hard coal past into a living, very local story with the Anthracite People permanent exhibition, We Are Anthracite, and guided tours that connect the region’s related industries and immigrant communities to everyday life.”

From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Need a spot to finally get that hook out of your head and into the world? Mazin Studios is a recording studio that keeps it focused and bookable, and their featured artists like Fayo and Drob show the kind of vibe they’re capturing... get in there this week.”

From the Scranton newsletter, August 18, 2026

“If your living-room jam sessions have flatlined, Scranton Music Academy gets you back in tune with lessons for piano, voice, guitar, drums, strings and more. Expect low-pressure recitals, a smart 5-Point Family Safety Plan, the trophy-earning Musical Ladder, and unlimited makeup classes...”

From the Scranton newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Catlin House Museum is the Tudor Revival former home of early city financier George H. Catlin in Scranton’s Hill Section, now home to the Lackawanna Historical Society with original furnishings, walnut woodwork, stained glass, and six fireplaces.”

From the Scranton newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Houdini Museum, Tour & Magic Show Weekends kicks off with rare Houdini film footage, then a guided wander past artifacts from his wild career before a live show for all ages that makes skeptics grin. It’s wholesome, weirdly wonderful, and perfect when you want Scranton fun that actually surprises you.”

From the Scranton newsletter, September 20, 2026

“The Electric City Trolley Museum keeps Scranton’s Electric City story rolling with a deep collection of historic trolleys and artifacts at Steamtown. Peek at Project 505 too, a plan to return a classic 1929 Electromobile streetcar to service... pure local-nerd joy for kids and grownups.”

From the Scranton newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Take a stroll past the four massive 1840s stone blast furnaces at Scranton Iron Furnaces, the remnants of Lackawanna Iron & Steel where pig iron became T-rails and a city found its grit. It’s a quick local reset, right by Steamtown, and a perfect excuse to nerd out together.”

From the Scranton newsletter, September 13, 2026