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.
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.
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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.
717-291-8600
Come and see 200 years of history of newspapers.
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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.
717-509-6363
Experience the hands-on, inter-active 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.
717-656-7616
The Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler family home offer a window to early American milling, housekeeping, and family life.
800-858-8320
We provide authentic information on Amish and Mennonite faith and culture with maps and brochures of the area. Ask about our step-on-guide custom tours.
Remember your first taste of cotton candy? The first time you screamed on a roller coaster - then laughed when it was over? These are Dutch Wonderland firsts! With 30+ rides and water-play, Dutch Wonderland provides many of the first moments of childhood. New in '08 - "Thomas & Friends Live at Dutch Wonderland!"
With an overnight stay of two or more consecutive nights at participating locations, you'll receive a $25 gas card. Limited time offer - book today!
Our Family Fun Package features 2 nights lodging with meals, tickets for 2 amusement parks, train and buggy rides, plus $300 in shopping coupons!
A culinary event like no other! Two days packed with chef demos, wine and beer tastings, musical entertainment and high-end crafts! May 24-25.
