Pennsylvania is full of unique and educational museums. If you’re interested in art, history, or science, be sure to check out these top museums in the state.
1. Andy Warhol Museum
Andy Warhol is famous for his pop art, including his Campbell’s Soup Cans and Marilyn Diptych. However, when you stop by the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, you can see even more of his work and learn more about his life. The museum’s collection includes 900 paintings, 4,000 photographs, 100 sculptures, 1,000 published prints, and 2,000 works on paper.
2. Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center
If you’re planning a trip to Gettysburg National Military Park, make sure your first stop is at the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center. Here you can get maps of the park and learn more about the ranger-led programs offered in different areas of the park. You’ll find interactive exhibits, hands-on displays, and artifacts including uniforms and weaponry. The state-of-the-art theater also shows a film that gives you a better idea of how the events at Gettysburg fit into the Civil War and American history.
3. Philadelphia Museum of Art
While Rocky fans won’t want to miss running up the iconic staircase at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, you should also take some time to go inside and explore. The museum is one of the oldest in the country and has more than 200 galleries with over 227,000 pieces of art.
The next time you’re looking to learn something new, take a trip to one of these top Pennsylvania museums.
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