National Museum of Industrial History

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602 E 2nd St
Bethlehem, PA 18015

The National Museum of Industrial History, located in Bethlehem, PA, is dedicated to exploring America's industrial past through a collection of over 200 artifacts, including pieces from the esteemed 1876 Smithsonian Industrial collection. Housed in the historic Electric Repair Shop of the Bethlehem Steel plant, the museum offers dynamic exhibits and engaging programs that highlight the stories of the people, machines, and ideas that transformed the nation.

In addition to its rich array of exhibits, the museum provides educational opportunities, group tours, and event rentals, making it a unique venue for various occasions. Visitors can immerse themselves in the vibrant history of the SteelStacks arts and culture campus, which features the iconic Bethlehem Steel Blast Furnaces and a variety of local shops and restaurants.

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Lia M.
5/26/2024

If you want to learn about industrial history, particularly that of the Lehigh Valley and Bethlehem Steel, this is the place. I love industry, building, construction, machinery, engineering, etc.,...

Hilary N.
8/26/2025

Interesting exhibits of massive machines. Worth your time if you're in the area. Kind of both awesome and sad to see the massive steel plant's buildings slowly rotting away

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Steve K.
6/29/2024

As a Smithsonian member and growing up in the Lehigh Valley, I was anxious to visit this new museum. It was worth the wait. Overall very well done. I even learned a few things. Parking is...

C C.
6/8/2025

The museum has some interesting displays, but to call it the National museum of industrial history is way ambitious. the displays are history, yes. But there is little that ties the item on...

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Maryellen K.
3/2/2024

Fascinating look at the ingenuity, actual machines, and forward-thinking people who powered the Industrial Revolution in the U.S. We particularly enjoyed the silk manufacturing machines, history,...

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