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Learn about the history, community and future of Wilkes-Barre, a city in Pennsylvania. Find information on city services, events, news and more from Mayor George C. Brown.
Wilkes-Barre ( / ˈwɪlksbɛər / WILKS-bair or /- bɛəri / -bair-ee) is a city in and the county seat of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. Located at the center of the Wyoming Valley in Northeastern Pennsylvania, it had a population of 44,328 in the 2020 census. It is the second-largest city, after Scranton, in the Scranton ...
- 525 ft (160 m)
- Luzerne
Wilkes-Barre is a former coal town along the Susquehanna River with outdoor activities, gaming, arts and sports. Visit four state parks, two Penn State campuses and the Marquis and Sordoni galleries.
Learn about the origins, development, and achievements of Wilkes-Barre, a city in Pennsylvania with a rich and diverse history. Explore the timeline of events, from the Native American tribes to the coal industry, from the Revolutionary War to the modern era.
YearEvent2009Restored River Common opens1999Grand opening of The Arena, ...1991Hazleton’s Jack Palance wins Oscar for ...1972Hurricane Agnes floods Wilkes-Barre and ...Wilkes-Barre is a city in and the county seat of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. Located at the center of the Wyoming Valley in Northeastern Pennsylvania, it had a population of 44,328 in the 2020 census.
Wilkes-Barre is the seat of Luzerne County and a keystone of Northeastern PA, located along the Susquehanna River. The city offers easy access to highways and airports, outdoor recreation, downtown development, and community partnerships.
Learn about the origins, development and landmarks of Wilkes-Barre, the "Diamond City" and a former coal hub. Explore the historic district on foot with the "Wilkes-Barre Walkitecture" app or booklet.
