Ross Township Historical Society, Saylorsburg

About Ross Township Historical Society

Ross Township Historical Society is a museum and research library preserving the history of Ross Township and surrounding areas in Monroe County. Visitors tour the museum, which occupies the former Ross Township municipal building, to view collected artifacts, documents, newspapers, photographs, and objects of antiquity that illustrate daily life and significant events from the region's past. The society maintains an archive of published materials and manuscripts related to local historical interest. Staff members conduct historical research and organize discussions, lectures, and tours that explore the township's heritage. The organization identifies and documents historic buildings, sites, places, and trails of local significance and works toward preservation of landmarks and monuments. Tours are available on the second Saturday of each month. The society suits visitors interested in genealogy, local history, and the cultural heritage of the West End region. Located in Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania, Ross Township Historical Society serves as a resource for understanding the community's past and its role in the broader historical landscape.