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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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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)
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AAA & Military discounts are available. NARM & Time Travelers members.

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What's Happening at the Taber Museum!

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Dec 15, 2025, 9:37 PM
Ulysses Grant Dietz, Chief Curator (Emeritus) of the Newark Museum, Newark lectured on the ‘Gilded Age’ at the Taber Museum, December 13.
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Dec 13, 2025, 9:37 PM
The Williamsport Music Club entertained visitors at the Taber Museum in December 2025.
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Dec 10, 2025, 9:37 PM
The much anticipated exhibit of still life paintings from the Neal Milligan Collection opened on December 5, 2025, at the Taber Museum. Local art aficionados were treated to an extraordinary collection or art.
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Nov 25, 2025, 9:37 PM
The 2025 Will Huffman Toy Train Expo took place on November 22-23, bringing train fans to the Museum.
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Nov 24, 2025, 9:37 PM
Local magazine features an article on Taber Museum Director Gary Parks.

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Exhibit Catalogue: Echoes of Eden in a Rising Republic

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2025 Taber Museum Little League pin

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Stearns Bell Ornament

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2023 Taber Museum Baseball Pin

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Taber Museum 2022 Holiday Card - Poinsettia

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