Henry F. Marx Local History Room
Marx Room Hours:
Monday – Friday 10 am-12 Noon and 1 pm - 4 pm
Saturday - 9 am - 12 Noon and 1 pm - 5 pm
The Marx Local History Room houses the largest collection of local history and genealogy in northeastern Pennsylvania
Marx Room Mission Statement:
The Marx Local History Room at the Easton Area Public Library preserves,
protects, and provides access to materials that document the history and cultural
heritage of Easton and the surrounding region. Through the stewardship of
archival collections, photographs, newspapers, maps, and other historical
resources, the Room supports research, lifelong learning, and community
engagement. We are committed to making local history accessible to all,
fostering an understanding of the past, and ensuring that the stories of our
community are preserved for future generations.
The Room contains three distinct collections:
The Room has computers with Internet access and Wi-Fi for our patrons.
Donations: The Library welcomes donations of local history and genealogy material that enable us to meet the research and information needs of our patrons. The library also accepts monetary donations that may be used to purchase materials, supplies, and equipment for the Room.