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1. Friends of Valley Forge
Historic Site
Gift Shop Discount
Free or Discounted Tour(s)
Time Traveler
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2. Independence Seaport Museum ("IDs)
Transportation
Science & Technology
Historic Site
History
ASTC
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryIndependence Seaport Museum deepens the understanding, appreciation and experience of the Philadelphia region’s waterways through history, science, and art, plus experiences on the water. Dive into River Alive!, a new exhibit that brings the wildlife, science, and wonder of the Delaware River up close. Raise the sails and discover the history of the U.S. Navy aboard Schooner Diligence and our National Historic Landmark ships, Cruiser Olympia and Submarine Becuna. Observe live demonstrations in the Museum’s boatbuilding workshop and get hands-on with science, technology, engineering, and math in our Citizen Science Lab and MakerSpace. Uncover the past with one of the largest maritime art and artifact collections in North America and experience the river with seasonal boat rentals and on-water tours. With so much to explore, Independence Seaport Museum is the premier, family-friendly destination on the Penn’s Landing Waterfront.
ALSO FEATURED IN:Top 29 Museum Membership Locations in PhiladelphiaTop 50 Museums Offering Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 50 Historic Sites and Museums in the United StatesTop 37 Science & Technology Museum Membership Locations in the United StatesTop 50 Museum Membership Locations in the United States
3. Reading Public Museum
Cultural
ASTC
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4. Adams County Historical Society
Historical Society
Historic Site
History
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Adams County Historical Society is a research archives located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It is the home of the Battle of Gettysburg research center.
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5. African American Museum in Philadelphia
Art
Cultural
History
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe African American Museum in Philadelphia engages diverse communities in appreciating the Black experience through the narrative of art, history, and culture.
6. Allentown Art Museum
Art
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7. America On Wheels Museum
Transportation
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8. Arts & Education at the Hoyt
Art
Historic Site
Cultural
History
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryIgnite your imagination in Hoyt East! Every inch of the 7500 sq. ft. building houses classrooms, galleries and studios. Be inspired by arts, language and music classes throughout the year. Or check out the website for a robust schedule of exhibits, concerts, festivals, school programs and after-school programs. Guests are often enchanted by our collection of Shenango China, once produced for royalty, presidents, hotels, and railroads. The display also features Shenango’s museum line debuted by Eva Zeisel at the Museum of Modern Art in 1946. Other public spaces boast the contemporary works of Wolf Kahn, Romare Bearden, Robert Motherwell, Ed Eberle and many others. Lastly, shop the museum gift shop while you are here for original, handcrafted wares by area artists and artisans.
ALSO FEATURED IN:Top 50 Museums Offering Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 16 Historic Site, Museum Pass Locations in PennsylvaniaTop 20 Historical Sites and Museum Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 23 Art Museum Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 20 Cultural Sites that Offer Museum Memberships in Pennsylvania
9. Beth Sholom Synagogue Visitor Center
Cultural
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10. Chester County Historical Society
Family
Anthropology
Cultural
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryLocated in beautiful West Chester, outside of Philadelphia, and nestled between such sites as historic Brandywine Valley and Longwood Gardens, CCHS boasts a collection of more than 90,000 artifacts spanning four centuries of history, a research Library, an Archives, a History Lab for children, a Museum store, and permanent and changing exhibits. Programs, lectures, special events, book signings and group programming will appeal to history lovers of all ages.
ALSO FEATURED IN:Top 50 Museums Offering Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 50 Family-Friendly Museum Memberships in the United StatesTop 15 Anthropology Museum Memberships in the United StatesTop 5 Family Museum Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 20 Cultural Sites that Offer Museum Memberships in Pennsylvania
11. Eastern State Penitentiary
Historic Site
Specialty
Cultural
History
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryEastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Eastern State Penitentiary is open every day, 10 am to 5 pm. Admission includes “The Voices of Eastern State” Audio Tours, guided tours, Hands-On History interactive experiences, and a critically acclaimed series of artist installations.
ALSO FEATURED IN:Top 29 Museum Membership Locations in PhiladelphiaTop 50 Museums Offering Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 50 Specialty Museum Memberships Available in the United StatesTop 16 Historic Site, Museum Pass Locations in PennsylvaniaTop 20 Historical Sites and Museum Memberships in Pennsylvania
12. Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion
Historic Site
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13. Erie Art Museum
Art
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Erie Art Museum is a great cultural treasure in Northwest PA, presenting 15 quality exhibitions and a rich array of programming and performances.
14. Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science and Art
Photography
Archaeology
Family
Science & Technology
Art
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Everhart Museum is one of the region’s leading resources for educational and cultural opportunities. With a multidisciplinary and diverse approach, the Everhart creates extraordinary experiences. Our programs stimulate creative expression and active engagement between art and science. Whether you attend a lecture, workshop, or studio course, our classes are designed for all ages, interests, and abilities.
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15. Glencairn Museum
Historic Site
Specialty
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryGlencairn Museum, housed in the castle-like former home of Raymond and Mildred Pitcairn (1939-1980), presents religious life through the ages by means of a remarkable collection that illustrates religions as varied as ancient Egyptian, ancient Greek and Roman, medieval Christian, Islamic, Asian, and American Indian.
16. Hanover Area Historical Society
Historical Society
Historic Site
Cultural
History
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Hanover Area Historical Society’s mission is to protect and promote the historical heritage of the greater Hanover area. In 1974 the Society purchased and restored the Neas House. In October, 2007 the Society was given the Warehime-Myers Mansion at 305 Baltimore Street
ALSO FEATURED IN:Top 50 Museums Offering Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 50 Historical Societies and Museums in the United StatesTop 16 Historic Site, Museum Pass Locations in PennsylvaniaTop 20 Historical Sites and Museum Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 9 Historical Societies and Museums with Memberships in Pennsylvania
17. Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania
Art
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18. LancasterHistory
Historical Society
History
Gardens
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19. Museum of the American Revolution
Specialty
History
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:ShiryThe Museum of the American Revolution tells the complete story of the American Revolution using its distinguished collection of objects, artifacts, artwork, and manuscripts. Permanent and special exhibition galleries, theaters, and large-scale tableaux bring to life the original “greatest generation,” and engage people in the history and continuing relevance of the American Revolution. The Museum is located steps away from Independence Hall, Carpenter’s Hall, Franklin Court, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the Revolution. It serves as a portal to the nation’s many Revolutionary sites, sparking interest, providing context and encouraging explorations that begin at the Museum’s doorstep.
ALSO FEATURED IN:Top 6 Museum membership locations in Center City East, PhiladelphiaTop 29 Museum Membership Locations in PhiladelphiaTop 50 Museums Offering Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 50 Specialty Museum Memberships Available in the United StatesTop 20 Historical Sites and Museum Memberships in Pennsylvania
20. National Museum of American Jewish History
Cultural
History
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ALSO FEATURED IN:Top 6 Museum membership locations in Center City East, PhiladelphiaTop 29 Museum Membership Locations in PhiladelphiaTop 50 Museums Offering Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 20 Historical Sites and Museum Memberships in PennsylvaniaTop 20 Cultural Sites that Offer Museum Memberships in Pennsylvania