Join local historian Tony Brooks for History of Wilkes-Barre and the Wyoming Valley II, a five-part lecture series exploring the people, places, and events that shaped our region.
Over five Tuesdays, participants will journey through the Wyoming Valley’s rich history, from the stories captured in portraiture art and 250 years of local architecture to the lives of Revolutionary War veterans and influential women who left their mark on the region. The series concludes with a special presentation of Agnes 50, a documentary reflecting on the lasting impact of the devastating 1972 Agnes Flood.
Lecture Schedule
• July 7 – History of Wilkes-Barre and the Wyoming Valley Through Portraiture Art
• July 14 – Building Wilkes-Barre: 250 Years of Architecture
• July 21 – Revolutionary War Veterans of Wilkes-Barre
• July 28 – Leading Women: Emily Post, Dorothy Dickson, Ellen Webster Palmer, and More
• August 4 – Agnes 50: A Documentary on the Flood of 1972
Dates & Time: Tuesdays, July 7 – August 4, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM
Location: Friedman JCC, 613 S. J. Strauss Lane (formerly 400 Third Avenue), Kingston, PA 18704
Donation: $50 per person
Proceeds benefit the Wilkes-Barre Preservation Society and Sara’s Table Food Pantry at the Friedman JCC. Participants must present their ticket at each lecture.
Registration
Register online at: https://tinyurl.com/tonybrooksjcc
Or pay by check:
Friedman JCC
613 S. J. Strauss Lane
Kingston, PA 18704
Please write ATTN: Carla Weiss on the envelope and Tony Brooks Lecture Series in the memo line. When registering by mail, please include the attendee’s name, email address, and phone number so we can ensure proper registration.
Participants should retain their ticket and present it at each lecture.