Indeed, summer is on its way and Philadelphia is sizzling with things to do! As we gear up this summer to celebrate the birth date of our nation, Wawa Welcome America has rolled out a summer-long itinerary. Enjoy exciting events and activities including free museum days!
So, what are free museum days?
Free Museum Days is a summer-long program presented by Wawa Welcome America in which some of Philadelphia’s most notable museums, cultural institutions, and attractions will open their doors free of charge, or, for an optional pay-what-you-wish donation. Free Museum Days is open to the public. However, some dates and locations require guests who intend to visit to pre-register. The select dates and museums to be listed below. Times per museum may vary.
Which museums are included?
This summer, take the kids to visit some of Philadelphia’s most notable institutions and museums. Visit places such as Eastern State Penitinary, the African American Museum, and more for free!
The full Free Museum Day Series includes:
June dates
Wednesday, June 19
- African American Museum in Philadelphia | 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday, June 20
- Masonic Temple, Library and Museum | 10 am – 3 pm
- The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University | 10 am – 4 pm
- Johnson House Historic Site | 12 pm – 3 pm
- Historic Rittenhouse Town | 12 pm – 4 pm
- Elfreth’s Alley Museum | 12 pm – 4 pm
Friday, June 21
- The Print Center | 11 am – 6 pm
- Stenton | 1 pm – 4 pm
Saturday, June 22
- American Philosophical Society Museum | 10 am – 5 pm
- Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion | 11 am – 4 pm
Sunday, June 23
- The Independence Seaport Museum | 10 am – 5 pm
- Lest We Forget Slavery Museum | 12 pm – 3 pm
Monday, June 24
- The Underground Railroad Museum at the Belmont Mansion | 10 am – 4 pm
- Christ Church Preservation Trust | 11 am – 5 pm
Tuesday, June 25
- Woodmere Art Museum | 10 am – 5 pm
- Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center | 10 am – 5 pm
- Wyck Historic House, Garden & Farm | 12 pm – 4 pm
- Museum for Art in Wood | 12 pm – 5 pm
Wednesday, June 26
- National Constitution Center courtesy of Wawa | 10 am – 5 pm
Thursday, June 27
- Penn Museum | 10 am – 5 pm
- Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History | 10 am – 5 pm
- Science History Institute | 10 am – 5 pm
- The Fabric Workshop and Museum | 12 pm – 6 pm
Friday, June 28
- Ormiston Mansion | 10 am – 4 pm
- Historic Strawberry Mansion | 10 am – 4 pm
- Lemon Hill Mansion | 10 am – 4 pm
- Woodford Mansion | 10 am – 4 pm
- Laurel Hill Mansion | 10 am – 4 pm
Saturday, June 29
- The North Broad Renaissance: Summer aBroad AR Tour | 9 am – 6 pm
- Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum | 10 am – 4 pm
- National Liberty Museum | 10 am – 5 pm
- American Swedish Historical Museum | 12 pm – 4 pm
- The Rosenbach Museum & Library | 12 pm – 4 pm
Sunday, June 30
- The Barnes Foundation | 10 am – 5 pm
- Eastern State Penitentiary | 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
July Dates
Monday, July 1
- Wagner Free Institute of Science | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
- Carpenters’ Hall | 10 am – 4 pm
- Paul Robeson House & Museum | 12 pm – 4 pm
Tuesday, July 2
- Mütter Museum | 10 am – 4 pm
Wednesday, July 3
- Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts | 10 am – 4 pm
- Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives | 11 am – 3 pm
Thursday, July 4
- Cliveden of the National Trust | 10 am – 2 pm
- Fireman’s Hall Museum | 10 am – 4 pm
- Arch Street Meeting House | 10 am – 4 pm
Lastly, to learn more about Free Museum Days presented by Wawa Welcome America, visit their website here.