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State Museum of Pennsylvania Attraction Details
State Museum of Pennsylvania
http://www.statemuseumpa.org
Located in the state capital of Harrisburg, The State Museum of Pennsylvania covers all aspects of Pennsylvania history and holds significant collections, that relate to some of America's most seminal, well-known events as well as important, historical individuals. Situated next to the State Capitol building, The State Museum is a mecca for 315,000 schoolchildren and adults who visit annually, seeking history and culture. Significantly, The State Museum has more visitors than any other museum in Pennsylvania between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, except for the Gettysburg National Battlefield. From its outstanding Civil War exhibits, to notable artifacts representing the foundations of American industry as well as political history dating to the early republic, The State Museum is the only museum in the Commonwealth where the public can experience the full expanse of the state's heritage and its connections to the national experience.

Address:
300 North St.
Harrisburg, PA 17120

Phone: 717-787-4980

Handicap Access? Y




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Museums Nearby
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History Tours Nearby
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African American Heritage Nearby
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All Tours Nearby
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All Accommodations Nearby
Council on the Arts (0.02 Miles)
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Hotels & Motels Nearby
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Breweries Nearby
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Accommodations & Dining Nearby
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All Dining Nearby
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Brownstone Lounge (0.09 Miles)
Firehouse (0.14 Miles)
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Biking Nearby
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Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Northeast Regional Office (1.46 Miles)
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Hiking Nearby
Walnut Street Bridge (0.4 Miles)
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Northeast Regional Office (1.46 Miles)
Capital Area Greenbelt (1.83 Miles)
Wildwood Lake Sanctuary (2.06 Miles)

Rails to Trails Nearby
Walnut Street Bridge (0.4 Miles)
Rockville Bridge (1.45 Miles)
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Northeast Regional Office (1.46 Miles)
Stony Valley Railroad Grade Trail (2.08 Miles)

Nature & Outdoors Nearby
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KiteFest (0.31 Miles)
Walnut Street Bridge (0.4 Miles)
Reservoir Park (1.05 Miles)

Family Restaurants Nearby
Firehouse (0.14 Miles)
Nick's 1014 (0.15 Miles)
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Fine Dining Nearby
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Nightlife Nearby
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Nick's 1014 (0.15 Miles)
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Historical and Genealogical Societies Nearby
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Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (0.01 Miles)
The John Harris/Simon Cameron Mansion (0.5 Miles)
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Diners Nearby
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Scott's Bar and Grille (0.21 Miles)
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Historic Towns Nearby
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Farm Tours Nearby
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Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex (2.79 Miles)

Festivals & Fairs Nearby
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Nature Centers Nearby
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Friends of Wildwood Lake Sanctuary (2.07 Miles)
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Arts & Entertainment Nearby
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Boating & Sailing Nearby
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Historic Places Nearby
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Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (0.01 Miles)
Capitol Complex (0.06 Miles)
Civil War Trails Discovery Weekend - Harrisburg (0.2 Miles)

Art Museums Nearby
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Art Association of Harrisburg (0.31 Miles)
Susquehanna Art Museum (0.32 Miles)
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Shopping Nearby
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Broad Street Market (0.28 Miles)
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Tours Nearby
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Civil War Trails Discovery Weekend - Harrisburg (0.2 Miles)
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National Historic Parks Nearby
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State & National Parks Nearby
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Reservoir Park (1.05 Miles)
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Covered Bridges Nearby
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Antiquing Nearby
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We Dabble (1.53 Miles)
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Music Nearby
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Theatre Nearby
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Monuments Nearby
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Dance Performances Nearby
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Galleries Nearby
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Native American Heritage Nearby
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Golfing Nearby
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Country Markets Nearby
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Lectures & Seminars Nearby
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Hunting & Fishing Nearby
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River Adventures Nearby
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Water Activities Nearby
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Kids Nearby
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Skiing & Winter Sports Nearby
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Wineries Nearby
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Outfitters Nearby
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