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My Hometown Presentation

My Hometown Presentation. Kristina Leiby Comm 115 October 26, 2010. Tamaqua, Pennsylvania. Known as “Land of the Running Water” Located in Eastern Schuylkill County Intersects Routes 209 and 309

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My Hometown Presentation

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  1. My Hometown Presentation Kristina Leiby Comm 115 October 26, 2010 Kristina Leiby

  2. Tamaqua, Pennsylvania • Known as “Land of the Running Water” • Located in Eastern Schuylkill County • Intersects Routes 209 and 309 • The Tamaqua Area includes the Tamaqua Borough, West Penn, Rush, Walker, and Schuylkill townships http://www.tamaqua.net/home.html Kristina Leiby

  3. Coal Mining Tamaqua’s historic past begins with the coal mines located throughout the Tamaqua Area The coal mines were a vital source in securing jobs for the residents While the coal mining industry became more successful, the conditions for workers got worse which led to the rise of the Molly Maguires Kristina Leiby

  4. The Molly Maguires The Molly Maguires were a group of Irish Catholic coal miners who felt that the long hours, small pay, and hazardous conditions were unfair and bad for them The Mollies were convinced that the only way to solve their problems was to overthrow the rich and wealthy mine owners through violence The Mollies fought for a long time and eventually were caught, put on trial, and hanged Many years after the Mollies, legislators pushed for laws to protects workers and their families Kristina Leiby

  5. Tamaqua Today Today, Tamaqua is in the process of cleaning and restoring the town into its original state The town has received several grants which have helped to restore old buildings, fix sidewalks, and put up new street lights and sidewalk lamps Tourists are invited to come marvel in historic Tamaqua Kristina Leiby

  6. Tamaqua Railroad Station • Constructed in 1874 • One of the town’s most famous landmarks • Stood idle throughout the 1980’s and late 1990’s • Was going to be demolished until the non-profit organization “Save Our Station (SOS)” raised $1.5 million to have it refurbished http://americanpublichouse.com/2008.10/tamaqua/Station_2.jpg Kristina Leiby

  7. The Restaurant at the Station • Inside the Tamaqua Railroad Station is a small restaurant that was also refurbished back to its original design from the 1800’s. • The waiters and waitresses even dress in outfits from that era in order to make the experience come alive http://americanpublichousereview.com/2008.10/tamaqua/index.html Kristina Leiby

  8. Depot Square Park • Depot Square Park was built a few years ago and was funded by government grants and local businesses • The park is a popular spot for train station visitors and tourists http://tamaquaarea.com/default.aspx Kristina Leiby

  9. Tuscarora State Park • The Tuscarora State Park is located right outside of Tamaqua • There are cabins available for camping, fire pits for roasting marshmallows, and tent sites if you prefer to sleep under the stars • There are many trails that are available for walking, running, or hiking • This park also includes Locust Lake which is a popular Summer swimming spot Photo taken by: Kristina Leiby Kristina Leiby

  10. Heisler’s Cloverleaf Dairy Bar • Founded in 1924 as a milk retail business by Morris Heisler • As products became more popular, a dairy bar was built in 1957 • The dairy bar is still a family owned business and is operated by Morris’ nephew, Len Ostergaard • The dairy bar serves hot food, 40 flavors of ice creams which are still made from the original recipe, and offers a mini golf course for entertainment http://www.heislersdairy.com/photos.htm Kristina Leiby

  11. Visit Tamaqua Today! • For more information please explore the following links: • http://www.heislersdairy.com/ • http://www.stateparks.com/tuscarora_schuylkill.html • http://tamaquaarea.com/default.aspx • http://www.tamaqua.net/ • http://americanpublichouse.com/2008.10/tamaqua/ Kristina Leiby

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