Located
in the state capital of Harrisburg, The State Museum of Pennsylvania
covers all aspects of Pennsylvania history and holds significant
collections, that relate to some of America’s most seminal,
well-known events as well as important, historical individuals.
Situated next to the State Capitol building, The State Museum is
a mecca for 315,000 schoolchildren and adults who visit annually,
seeking history and culture. Significantly, The State Museum has
more visitors than any other museum in Pennsylvania between Pittsburgh
and Philadelphia, except for the Gettysburg National Battlefield.
From its outstanding Civil War exhibits, to notable artifacts representing
the foundations of American industry as well as political history
dating to the early republic, The State Museum is the only museum
in the Commonwealth where the public can experience the full expanse
of the state’s heritage and its connections to the national
experience.
The State Museum of Pennsylvania
300 North Street Harrisburg, PA 17120-0024
(717) 787-4980
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