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Independence Seaport Museum
211 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
+1 215 925 5439
site: Independence Seaport Museum
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Opposite Walnut Street, between the two dock areas, is this user-friendly maritime museum. The premier attraction of the city's waterfront, the Seaport Museum additionally boasts the docked cruiser Olympia and the submarine Becuna.The museum is beautifully laid out, blending a first-class maritime collection with interactive exhibits for a trip through time that engages all ages. The 11,000-square-foot main gallery is the centerpiece for exhibits, educational outreach, and activities that are jazzy and eye-catching without being noisy or obtrusive. Twelve sections mix the personal with the professional -- call up interviews with river pilots, navy personnel, and shipbuilders. There are stories of immigrants who flooded Philadelphia between 1920 and 1970, and the rich reminiscences and memorabilia that make the past come to life.One of the museum's most attractive features is the Workshop on the Water, where you can watch classes in traditional wooden boat building and restoration throughout the year. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Price

Combined admission to the museum and Historic Ship Zone (USS Olympia and USS Becuna; berthed at Penn's Landing) $9 adults, $8 seniors, $6 children, free Sun 10am-noon. RiverPass tickets, including admission to the museum, the Riverbus Ferry, and the Adventure Aquarium at Camden $24 adults, $21 seniors, $19 children 3-11; this will take at least 5 hr. Ships Ticket including the museum, the Battleship New Jersey berthed in Camden, and round-trip ferry $22 adults, $17 seniors, $15 children 3-11

Credit Cards Accepted

visa,mastercard,amex

Directions

Bus: 5, 21, 33, or PHLASH

Area

Penn's Landing

Hours

Daily 10am-5pm except for major holidays

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