Location
300 North Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120
Metered parking spaces and city parking garages are available within a 3 block radius of the Museum. Visit Park Harrisburg for more information.
Hours
Monday, Tuesday all facilities are closed.
For special needs accommodations, please contact us at 717-787-4980 prior to your visit.
Museum
| Wednesday – Saturday | 9 am – 4:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm – 4:30 pm |
Curiosity connection
| Wednesday – Saturday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm- 4 pm |
Store
| Wednesday – Saturday | 10 am – 4:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm – 4:30 pm |
Museum Admission
| $7 | Adults |
| $6 | Adults Ages 65 and above |
| $5 | Children ages 1 – 11 |
| Free | Active Military and their immediate family* |
| Retired Military Personnel* | |
| State Museum Affiliate Members | |
| PA Heritage Foundation Members |
Please note that Planetarium shows are an additional $3 for ages 1 and up, excluding those that are listed as free.
Reciprocal Museum Benefits
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) has joined other museums across the country in Museums for All, a signature access program of the Association of Children’s Museums and the Institute of Museum and Library Services aimed at encouraging families of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum habits.
This program enables low-income families to explore Pennsylvania’s rich history and culture by visiting participating state-owned museums for a minimal fee of $2 per person with the presentation of an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) or WIC card and identification. This offer is for general admission only and excludes special programs or events.
Members of these programs are entitled to: Free admission for up to two adults and up to four children under 18 of the same household. Adult cardholders must be present.
Reciprocal benefits do not extend to non-family groups, planetarium tickets, group reservations and some special events. We recommend you call before you arrive to confirm admission details.
For ASTC Benefits: Make sure the science center or museum you are visiting is not located within 90 miles of either your home residence or the science center or museum that you belong to. This distance is measured as a linear radius, not driving distance.
Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation Membership
Free general admission for individuals included in your PHF membership to all of the Pennsylvania Trails of History historic sites and museums*
*Some tours and special events on the Pennsylvania Trails of History may require a special fee.
Know Before You Go
Download a copy of the Museum Floor Map – PDF
Wifi is available to all. The Network is “Capitol Complex Free Wifi”
Accessibility
The State Museum is handicapped accessible. Individuals in need of assistance are asked to call (717) 787-4980 or Pennsylvania TDD relay service at (800) 654-5984 in advance of their visit.
Large Bags and Food
Any bag larger than 12″ wide x 12″ high x 4″ deep are not allowed in the Museum, unless required for medical purposes. These bags will need to be stored in the Museum coatroom. The State Museum reserves the right to inspect any items entering the premises and are not responsible for any valuables or lost items.
Food and beverages of any type are not permitted in any of the Museum galleries.
The Planetarium
Admission Information
| Ages 1 and Up | $3 for a ticket, plus museum admission |
| Free | Active Duty military personnel & their immediate family* |
| Retired Military Personnel* | |
| State Museum Affiliate Members | |
Closed Caption and Assisted Listening Devices are available for most shows upon request when purchasing a ticket.
Please note: the Planetarium is not recommended for children age 3 and under. Age 12 and under children must be accompanied by an adult.
Additional Planetarium Information
- Tickets, including member and complimentary passes, must be obtained at the ground floor information desk at least 5 minutes before showtime.
- Planetarium shows start promptly. Doors will not be opened after the show has started and no ticket refunds will be given for missed shows.
- We reserve the right to sell tickets into all scheduled planetarium shows and programs.
For upcoming Planetarium shows please check out our full calendar.
Curiosity Connection
Curiosity Connection is a hands-on environment for children ages 1-5.
Admission to Curiosity Connection is included with general admission.
The State Museum reserves the right, without prior notification, to issue timed tickets which provide 45-minutes of play on a first come, first served basis.