Michael F.
6/2/2021
A fun little museum deep in history. They offer a tour for a small admission fee which includes a quick overview of the museum, a short video detailing the history of the town, and some...
Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center
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41 W Broadway
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
The Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center in Jim Thorpe, PA, offers visitors an insight into the transformative impact of coal mining on Pennsylvania's landscape, alongside the development of waterways and railroads. Knowledgeable tour guides engage guests by discussing museum artifacts and leading explorations through the industrial age.
The museum features a beautifully restored former Victorian church sanctuary known as The Ballroom, which showcases exquisite period details. In addition to its exhibits, the Mauch Chunk Museum hosts various events and serves as a hub for cultural activities in the community.
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Michele B.
10/17/2023
Stop here first when visiting Jim Thorpe! You'll hear how to pronounce Mauch Chunk! The guy that was there was more then happy to take us through the two small rooms/areas of memorabilia and...
Dan M.
9/9/2023
I really can't say much about the museum since I never got to go inside. Spent half an hour trying to find a place to park within walking distance, then gave up. No parking lot for the venue and...
Melanie B.
4/25/2021
Stopped by the museum today on our way through Jim Thorpe. We were greeted by Bill who gave us a rundown of some amazing Jim Thorpe and Mauch Chunk history, extremely fascinating! Can't wait to...
Wendy K.
5/21/2014
Great place. Friendly staff. Lots of knowleadage and information here. Really liked the exhibits and the curators here.got a personal type and learned a lot about him that I did not know. Lots of...
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