Welcome to the Taber Museum
. . . where Lycoming County history comes alive!
The Taber 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. Check out the highlights.
Exhibits change often, keeping the Museum fresh and interesting for every visit. The Museum also includes a local history and genealogy research library.
In the SPOTLIGHT!
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: $9.50
Seniors (ages 65+): $7.50
Children (ages 3-12): $6.00
Families: $25.00 (Up to 2 adults + children ages 3-12)
Blue Star Museum,
AAA & Military discounts are available. NARM & Time Travelers members.
Learn More...
We recently received a schoolyard hand bell, classroom bell, and blackboard pointer from members of the Haag Family, in honor of their mother, Betty L. McMichael Haag.
Ice harvesting and ice picks were common 100 years ago. Kimball Miller's name was well known in the business.
As we settle in for winter, our thoughts might drift past visions of digging out cars and settle on more pleasant memories like ice skating at Mountain Beach.
What's Happening at the Taber Museum!
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Jun 6, 2022, 8:27 AM
On June 6, 2022, WBRE commemorated D-Day by visiting the Taber Museum exhibit on Lycoming County residents' participation in the war effort.
May 28, 2022, 8:27 AM
Elaine Decker spoke to a large crowd on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 2:00 pm. about what it was like to walk through Williamsport at the turn on the Twentieth Century.”
Apr 27, 2022, 10:52 PM
President's Award for Volunteer of the Year was presented to Charles "Chuck" Luppert at the 2022 LCHS Annual Meeting.
Apr 26, 2022, 10:52 PM
The winner of The Richard L. and Miriam L (Swan) Mix Student Historian Award is Lea Worthington, a senior at Montoursville High School for her essay on the life of Italian immigrants.
Apr 25, 2022, 8:27 AM
Elections, financial and budget reports and updates on the Museum's activities were addressed at the Lycoming County Historical Society's annual meeting on April 24, 2022.
