Lancaster County museums offer insight into every aspect of the culture in PA Dutch Country, from local art and the Amish community to natural science, trains and Lancaster history. Visit an underground railroad center, a PA German living history village, or the home of the 15th president of the United States. Check out museums comprised entirely of quilts, teddy bears and Christmas memorabilia - the possibilities are endless!
For more information on these Lancaster County museums and historic attractions, click the links below.
717-768-7185
More than 5,000 specimens span the broad spectrum of U.S. military history.
717-394-6185
See a charming, Pennsylvania Dutch farm in operation, complete with farm animals and fowl. Learn about the Old Order Amish.
717-687-8511
Discover the Amish way of life at this interesting, informative, and educational village.
717-566-7100
Explore Hershey's one of a kind interactive automobile experience guaranteed to educate and fascinate visitors of all ages!
800-858-8320
Presentation to explain the history, construction, and spiritual significance of this symbolic dwelling place for God. Only at the Mennonite Information Center.
866-367-8338
The world's most humongous Teddy Bear store and free museum. Fun for the whole family!
610-388-2700
Just a short and scenic drive from Lancaster County, the Brandywine River Museum exhibits American art in a 19th century gristmill.
This self-guided museum will allow you to trace the steps leading up to and following the Resistance at Christiana, also know as the Christiana Riot.
717-872-1699
See a Conestoga wagon on display at this museum which is housed in an old tobacco shed. The museum gallery features revolving local exhibits and Native American artifacts.
717-272-9711
Heart of a vast industrial plantation for a century and a half, the Cornwall Iron Furnace is a landmark of Pennsylvania's iron and steel industry.
717-299-9940
Six rotating exhibitions, tours of the restored 1700s home and painting studio of Lancaster's most famous resident and world-famous artist, Charles Demuth.
717-733-6600
One of America's earliest communal societies, best known for its original art and music and distinctive medieval Germanic architecture.
717-569-KIDS
A children's museum dedicated to helping kids learn, and making sure they have lots of fun in the process. Playing and learning go hand-in-hand.
717-464-4438
Cross this threshold and experience colonial life as you enter the oldest residence in Lancaster County.
717-299-6440
Come face to face with history at the Heritage Center Museum. Be sure to check out our new Family Walking Tour!
717-534-3439
Where the story comes to life! Opening January 2009!
717-949-2244
Experience life from an authentic Pennsylvania German point of view. See a history of timeless traditions.
888-674-6136
Pennsylvania Dutch folklife and fun - a rare gathering of 200 of America's finest folk artists and traditional craftsmen.
717-392-4633
Trace your family history or learn more about Lancaster County. Stop by the Lancaster County Historical Society.
717-393-9745
A wonderful source for Pennsylvania German history, genealogy, and material culture. Includes museum exhibit, "Decorated and Plain: A Mennonite and Amish Sampler."
717-394-3497
Changing exhibitions of local, national and international artists located in a scenic downtown public park.
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717-299-6440
This museum is home to the former Esprit collection of Lancaster County Amish quilts. Visit to learn what makes these quilts unique and also to take our new Family Walking Tour.
717-509-6363
Experience the hands-on, interactive learning experience of The Lancaster Science Factory, where children of all ages will discover that Science is FUN!
717-569-0401
Largest Pennsylvania Dutch Living History Farm & Village in the country, interpreting German Heritage from 1740-1940, including tours and traditional craft demonstrations.
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Voted Best Hotel in Lancaster with the Lancaster Newspaper's Readers' Choice Award, the Eden Resort offers business and leisure travelers the comfort of an inn with the atmosphere of a resort. Visit our website for more information.
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Celebrate the holidays at Dutch Winter Wonderland! Rides, games, food and special entertainment. New in 2008 - the Dutch Winter Wonderland Royal Light Show! The Royal Light Show features thousands of twinkling lights dancing to your favorite holiday tunes. November 21 - December 30.
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane Beginning November 14, you can visit Santa and his reindeer, enjoy the Music Box Christmas show, and browse our quaint village shops at Hersheypark Christmas Candylane. All rides and entertainment are included in your one-price admission.
