Experience the Life of a Millionaire

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Lumbering's Impact on the Region

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Explore the Rich History of the Region

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Welcome to the Taber Museum . . . where Lycoming County history comes alive!

The museum chronicles the history of north central Pennsylvania, from American Indian occupation through 21st century industry and life. Exhibits include an American Indian gallery, a Fine and Decorative Arts gallery, the Shempp Model Train exhibit with over 300 toy trains, period rooms depicting life from the 1700s through the 1900s, and much more. Highlights.

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Boyd Cummings
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Plan Your Visit

ADDRESS

858 West Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA 17701

HOURS

Tue - Fri:
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Sat: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun (May 1 to Oct. 31): 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Closed Monday

FEES

Adults: $12.00
Seniors (ages 65+): $10.00
Children (ages 3-12): $6.00
Families: $25.00 (2 adults + 2 children ages 3-12)
AAA & Military discounts are available. NARM & Time Travelers members.

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What's Happening at the Taber Museum!

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May 4, 2026, 9:37 PM
Bob Schildt was named volunteer of the year at the May 2026 LCHS annual meeting.
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May 4, 2026, 9:37 PM
Elijah Henderson was named 2026 Richard L. and Miriam L. (Swan) Mix Student Historian, at the May 2026 LCHS annual meeting.
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May 4, 2026, 9:37 PM
On May 3, 2026, the membership met to hear about the Taber Museum's activities for the past year, select officers, pass a budget and to recognize the student historian and volunteer of the year.
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Mar 27, 2026, 9:37 PM
Meg Geffken portrayed Martha Washington in March's Taber Museum Society Program
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Mar 20, 2026, 9:37 PM
Jack Fisher talked about the history of Pennsylvania's logging era at the first coffee hour of 2026.

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Journal of the LCHS - 2025-26 Winter

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Picture Rocks Sesquicentennial: Celebrating 150 Years 1875-2025

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Walking with the Wind: A Memoir of the Movement

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