Scranton, Pennsylvania
About This Stop
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Scranton is excited to welcome you to People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, an interactive and transformative experience that brings to life inspiring stories of compassion, resilience, and service.
Join us at beautiful Nay Aug Park, Scranton’s largest public park, for this special community event. Nestled in the heart of the city, Nay Aug Park offers visitors a scenic setting with hiking trails, the stunning Nay Aug Gorge, the David Wenzel Treehouse, the historic Brooks Coal Mine, and the Everhart Museum—all just minutes from downtown Scranton, St. Peter’s Cathedral, and the Diocese of Scranton Chancery.
Just prior to the museum opening, the Bishop of Scranton will offer a welcome message to attendees gathered at the museum entrance.
In addition to touring the People of Hope museum, visitors can enjoy a variety of complimentary community activities throughout the event, including:
Free admission to the Everhart Museum
Free admission to the Brooks Coal Mine
Arts & crafts activities for all ages
Facilitator-led community discussions on faith, service, and the museum experience
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Event Schedule
Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton will host the museum for one day.
Public Visiting Hours
1901 Mulberry Street
Scranton PA, 18510
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What to Expect When You Visit
Immerse yourself in stories of service from around the Catholic Charities nationwide network, tell your own story of someone who gives you hope, and get the facts about how poverty affects your neighbors and your community. Then learn about volunteer opportunities at your local Catholic Charities agency so you, too, can become a person of hope and make a difference in your own life and someone else’s.
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Agency Information
Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton was founded in 1877 and has worked to meet the material needs and alleviate the human suffering of those in need since then.