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 Updated: 8/21/2021 
The State Museum of Pennsylvania
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Description

Since its creation in 1905, The State Museum of Pennsylvania has collected, preserved, researched, and interpreted the cultural and natural history of the state. Over the years, the museum has greatly expanded its collections and modernized its public offerings to serve the needs of succeeding generations of Pennsylvanians. Originally located next to the Capitol, the museum moved to its current location in 1964.

Curiosity Connection and the Planetarium remain closed. Masks are recommended to be worn indoors while visiting.

Mission

The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) is the official history agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Created in 1945, we are responsible for the collection, conservation, and interpretation of Pennsylvania’s historic heritage, which we accomplish through the Pennsylvania State Archives, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, the Bureau of Historic Sites and Museums, the Pennsylvania Trails of History, the Bureau for Historic Preservation, and the Bureau of Management Services.

Governance

Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission

Library

Access: Scholars

Appointment required: True

Services
The State Museum Store

The store features fun and engaging products, books, and souvenirs relating to Pennsylvania and the museum's exhibits. The State Museum Store offers a wonderful array of Pennsylvania-themed products, books, and gift items for all ages.

The museum store is located inside the 3rd Street entrance on the museum’s ground floor.

Admission is free to the museum store and State Museum Affiliate Members receive 10% off purchases. All purchases support the ongoing educational mission of The State Museum of Pennsylvania.

Gift Shop
Address
300 North Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120
phone: 717-787-4980
e-mail: ra-phstatemuseum@pa.gov
home page: www.statemuseumpa.org
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Hours of Operation
Monday - Tuesdayclosed
Wednesday - Saturday9 AM - 5 PM
Sunday12 PM - 5 PM

The museum is closed on most major U.S. holidays.

Museum Type(s)
Archaeology
Culture
General
History
Library
Natural History
Planetarium
Science
Staff
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