STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Monroe County residents got a chance to explore the courthouse and check out its new renovations.
The executive director of the Monroe County Historical Association gave tours where guests could check out courtrooms and learn the history of the building.
Tuesday's event marked Monroe County's Founders Day, established 189 years ago in 1836.
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"A lot of people have been asking to see the new courthouse, and we thought this is a good opportunity to give people tours of the new courthouse so they can see the new courtrooms and the facilities that we have. It's a very nice building," said County Commissioner David Parker.
A county judge gave remarks during Tuesday's ceremony, where plans were announced to mark America's 250th birthday next year.
Guests also got to enjoy food trucks and live music.
