The Scranton Iron Furnaces are an outdoor historic site in Scranton, Pennsylvania, preserving four stone blast furnaces from the Lackawanna Iron and Coal Company. You can walk the grounds, see the surviving industrial masonry and connect the remains with Scranton’s role in American iron production.
- Site: 159 Cedar Avenue, Scranton, PA 18505
- Typical access: Open daily from dusk to dawn
- Admission: No price is stated in the official listing; call about guided tours
- Nearby history: Steamtown National Historic Site is also in the area
The furnaces and Scranton’s iron industry
The Scranton Iron Furnaces preserve the remains of a company that helped make the city an important iron-producing center. The Lackawanna Iron and Coal Company began in 1840 as Scranton, Grant & Company. By 1865, it had the largest iron-production capacity in the United States.
The four furnace stacks were built between 1848 and 1857. In 1880, the company produced 125,000 tons of pig iron. It dismantled the plant in 1902 and moved it to Lackawanna, New York, to be closer to high-grade iron ores from the Mesabi Range.
What remains at the historic site
Four massive stone blast furnaces are the main remains at the outdoor site. Their scale and masonry give a clear sense of the industrial plant that once operated here, even though the company later moved its works.
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission administers the furnaces, with support from the Anthracite Heritage Museum and Scranton Iron Furnaces Associates. The state identifies the site as near Steamtown National Historic Site, making the two places a natural pairing for a day focused on Scranton’s industrial past.
Visiting the grounds
The grounds are an outdoor historic site, with grass, gravel and other uneven surfaces. Plan for an open-air visit and take care on the varied footing as you move around the remains.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 9 AM–5 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
The site is at 159 Cedar Avenue. The Anthracite Heritage Museum, which is in McDade Park, handles information about guided tours. Call the museum at (570) 963-4804 to ask about tour arrangements; group-tour dates and times require museum confirmation.
Hours, access and parking to verify
The furnace grounds are open every day from dusk to dawn. Street parking nearby is free where available, while on-site spaces are limited. For current access and tour details, check the official site before you go; the Pennsylvania state listing directs visitors to call the Anthracite Heritage Museum at (570) 963-4804 about guided tours.
The official furnace listing does not state an admission price. If you are planning a group visit, contact the museum about its group-tour procedure and requested timing.
Combining the furnaces with nearby history
The Iron Furnaces are about a 10-minute drive from Dunmore Inn, which offers guest rooms in Dunmore.
The Anthracite Heritage Museum and the furnaces host cultural events throughout the year, including Anthracite Mining Heritage Month programs and Arts On Fire.
If you are planning a broader day in the city, the one-day Scranton itinerary connects local sights into a single visit.
FAQs
Where are the Scranton Iron Furnaces?
The site is at 159 Cedar Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18505.
Can you visit the furnaces without a guided tour?
The grounds are open daily from dusk to dawn. Call the Anthracite Heritage Museum for information about guided tours.
Is parking available at the site?
On-site spaces are limited. Nearby street parking is free where available.
What nearby site can you combine with the furnaces?
Steamtown National Historic Site is near the furnaces, so the two can be included in the same history-focused outing.