Suggestions for History museums near Philadelphia

James C. • February 22, 2019The best museum to the Revolution that is in America. It’s lay out is great the movies and exhibits are fantastic. The staff is friendly knowledgeable and informative. Great museum.

Howard C. • April 4, 2013This is a must see museum. It's laid out very nicely and one could spend hours here.

Henry F. • July 14, 2010Good site to see! Really close to the Hyatt and, obviously, the river

Paris C. • July 10, 2012i love the scenery its so lovely and peaceful

Richard R. • January 5, 2015The movie at the end is worth the whole visit alone. Great piece of history and appreciation of our liberties.

stephanie p. • November 13, 2015One of my favorite museums! Love their Egyptian collection, they have the most piece of any museum even more then the MET - and I love the location- great afternoon trip and cool even for kids

cc • December 16, 2010Beautiful little street - worth the stroll, day or night

Brenton M. • April 18, 2022Nice theater! Always busy, so plan to spend some time here!

Russ G. • March 3, 2013Fantastic and awe inspiring vehicles rich in history! But, if you visit in the winter months, be prepared to bundle up. It's chilly in there!

Andrew W. • June 20, 2015This museum is awesome. Great animated displays and fun interactive exhibits. Definitely go. Franklin was an awesome guy.

Clementine M. • January 24, 20132 penny machines with 7 total designs! (Both machines have one of the same designs). Very original, only machine Ive ever seen that puts a design on BOTH sides of penny! LOVE symbol is my fav! :)

JASON • December 11, 2012Lots of souvenir options for all ages in this shop.

James C. • April 11, 2015Awesome park site. Rangers have an amazing demonstration.

Mm p. • December 14, 2011Say hi to Joe, the park ranger, he is knowledgable and friendly.

Image by #. • September 26, 2011Nice bench to enjoy ;)

Mike • July 27, 2019Great museum for adults and kids. Lots of interesting stuff about Philadelphia and Delaware River. Seasonal hours can vary.

Patricia G. • June 6, 2013Great staff here. They work hard to educate Visitors. I went on a trip with 150 fifth graders and the students loved every minute.

Angelica D. • October 31, 2014Cool space, leads to a number of other historical spots!

Henri L. • January 25, 2014If you're into historical architecture and knowledge I recommend seeing original building built during colonial times!!

Concierge • January 4, 2011A restored 1902 firehouse, it is staffed by Philadelphia's bravest and is always free to the public

Larisa G. • January 18, 2016Weird but fun little museum, worth visiting for the building and the scenery.

Kharma J. • August 21, 2010Great landscape! Lots of history! Mt. Airy day is the best day to visit.

WorldStrides • April 5, 2011Don't miss the breathtaking view of Philadelphia from the observation deck of Old City Hall, where a 37-foot bronze statue of William Penn crowns the 548-foot tower.

Rick L. • August 27, 2013It was very interesting. I do miss the movie and the phones

Michael B. • February 8, 2012You can't board this rusty pile, but you can admire it from the dock.

HISTORY • January 28, 2013Completed in 1789, this building is home to the American Philosophical Society, the scholarly organization founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1743.

Ms.Rae G. • July 10, 2018A. Key. Card. Holder!!

US National Archives • February 1, 2011Remember the movie “National Treasure”? Come inside to discover local stories of national significance – without lemon juice or Franklin’s glasses. Free access to ancestry.com as well.