Hollisterville

🌲 Hollisterville, tucked into Salem Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania, is a quiet unincorporated community with a name that echoes through local history and wooded hills.

📍 Location & Landscape

• Coordinates: 41.39111°N, 75.43861°W
• Elevation: ~1,414 feet (431 meters)
• Time Zone: Eastern (EST/EDT)
• Area Codes: 570 and 272
• Nearby hamlets: Wallenpaupack Mills, Drinker, and Hamlin

🕰️ Historical Notes

• Sometimes spelled Hallisterville
• The Hollisterville Post Office opened in 1856, marking its early role as a local hub
• Birthplace of Lewis Steward (1824–1896), an Illinois politician and businessman

🏞️ Community Character

• No formal government—it's a hamlet, meaning no mayor or borough council
• Surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and quiet roads typical of Salem Township
• Close to larger communities like Scranton, Carbondale, and Honesdale, offering access to amenities while preserving its rural charm