Museum of the American Revolution

After its debut in 2017, the Museum of the American Revolution quickly garnered acclaim as one of Philadelphia's top attractions. This unique museum offers a compelling narrative of the American Revolution through interactive exhibits that captivate visitors of all ages. A standout feature is its chronological layout that guides museumgoers through the historical journey, with George Washington's sleeping and office tent from the Revolutionary War being a notable highlight.

Exhibits for Kids

Another major draw is Revolution Place, designed to engage young children with four hands-on exhibits:

Military Encampment

This exhibit features a recreated soldier's tent, providing a glimpse into the life of a military encampment during the Revolutionary War.

18th Century Church

A replica of a church from the 1700s that allows kids to experience the religious setting of the era.

Three Tun Tavern

Here, children can observe bottles, bowls, and other items that would have been used in a 1700s tavern.

18th Century Parlor

This exhibit includes a recreated privy, known today as an outhouse, offering insights into 18th-century daily life.

Note that Revolution Place is only open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Accessibility

• Sensory: The museum is a Certified Autism Center providing a sensory guide, noise-reducing headphones, and a quiet room. Once each quarter, the museum hosts Relaxed Experience Mornings with fewer crowds, lights, and noises. Touch tours are available for visitors with blindness or low vision.
• Wheelchairs: The museum is fully wheelchair accessible, with a limited number of manual wheelchairs available for rent at the front desk.

Hours and Admission

The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except for certain major holidays.

Ticket Prices

Tickets are priced at $23 for adults when purchased online, or $25 for walk-up visitors. Admission for children aged 6 to 17 is $13, irrespective of whether tickets are bought in advance. Children aged 5 and under can enter for free. Families of four can opt for the Family Four Pack, available online only, for $59.

Getting There

The Museum of the American Revolution is located in Old City, near other historic landmarks.

Parking

Although the museum does not offer on-site parking, there are numerous public garages in the vicinity.

Subway

Visitors can take the Market-Frankford Line to the 2nd or 5th Street stations, which are both within a short distance of the museum.

Bus

Several bus routes, including nos. 17, 21, 33, 38, 42, 44, 48, and 57, service the area near the museum.