Experience the Life of a Millionaire

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Visit the Shempp Model Train Exhibit.

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Learn About Local Military History

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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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origami workshop
Ornament sale
Coffee Hour

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.

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What's Happening at the Taber Museum!

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Oct 27, 2024, 8:27 AM
Matt Stackhouse and David Richards spoke about their recent book, "Ghost on the Allegheny: Dr. Howard M. Essick and the Hotel Essick, 1889- 1916" at the October 2024 Society Event.
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Oct 12, 2024, 8:27 AM
The Taber Museum Recently Hosted Richard Sprout, speaking on the History of Picture Rocks.
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Oct 5, 2024, 8:27 AM
The Taber Museum Recently Hosted local author Tom Rich, who spoke his book, Railroads and Railroaders: East and West, The History of Lines That Operated in Central Pennsylvania
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Sep 16, 2024, 9:37 PM
Meg Geffken, appearing as the historical character ‘Betsy Ross’ spoke at the Taber Museum's September Coffee Hour.
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Aug 25, 2024, 9:37 PM
The eleventh version of the Taber Museum's Bottles & Brews fundraiser drew a huge crowd on August 9, 2024.

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Now Featured in the Museum Store

Individual Membership - 1 year

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Stearns Bell Ornament

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2024 Taber Museum Baseball Pin

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​Ghost on the Allegheny: Dr. Howard M. Essick and The Hotel Essick

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Lumbering Pennsylvania Volume 1: Works by Thomas T. Taber III

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