Stroudsburg
The 1795 Stroud Mansion, built by the colonel for his son, still stands at 900 Main Street; it serves as headquarters for the Monroe County Historical Association . Artifacts are on display and a research library is on site. A 1-hour guided tour is offered Tuesday-Friday (also first and third Saturdays of the month) at 11 and 2. Phone (570) 421-7703.
The Sherman Theater, 524 Main St., opened in 1929. Among the evening's entertainment was a performance by comedians Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Vaudeville shows were given in the theater's early days and then in later years the building became a movie house. These days live entertainment has returned, and performances are offered throughout the year. Phone (570) 420-2808.
Visitor Centers
Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau 1004 W. Main St. Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Phone:(570)421-5791 or (800)762-6667
Self-guiding Tours
Brochures about the area, including the historic downtown and hiking and biking in northeast Pennsylvania, are available at the visitors bureau.
Shopping
Downtown Stroudsburg's restored historic buildings are home to an array of antique, arts and crafts, apparel and specialty stores.