Liberty comes to life at the National Liberty Museum, located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Old City, where past ideals empower the achievements of today, tomorrow, and beyond.
Our museum in Philadelphia aims to inspire and educate visitors of all ages and backgrounds about the essential freedoms that have brought innovation and progress to America and the world. Free from political polarization but dedicated to the values we share as Americans, NLM connects history to the modern day, and connects the essential principles of liberty with every one of our visitors. Located in Old City, Philadelphia, our museum sits at the heart of our nation’s history.
With over four floors of permanent galleries and ever-changing exhibitions, the National Liberty Museum explores the meaning of liberty today—through contemporary art that captures the spirit of liberty—yesterday—through the stories of real people from around the world who have done extraordinary things in the name of freedom—and tomorrow—by igniting a passion for these ideals in the generations of the future.
Current Exhibitions
With fresh, engrossing exhibits on display all the time, you’ll want to visit us often—no two NLM experiences are ever the same.
On View Now
"Free Speech: Our Right, Our Responsibility." Discover the historical and philosophical roots of free speech. Explore the complexities inherent in free speech across time. Reflect on the vital role of free speech in shaping our shared future.
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What is the power of a word? What role does language play in building a society that values freedom of thought? As a part of our Year of Free Speech, the National Liberty Museum (NLM) invites artists and creatives to explore these pivotal questions through their unique lenses. Opening February 7,
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Don’t miss your chance to experience a dining experience by some of Philadelphia’s best chefs! The 25th Annual Liberty Gala features a curated menu from: Nicholas Elmi, Lark, Landing Kitchen, Laurel Amanda Shulman & Alex Kemp, Her Place Supper Club, MyLoup, Amourette Greg Vernick, Vernick Food & Drink and Vernick
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Each year the Business Journal seeks nominations from the public for its Most Admired CEOs. A total of 25 honorees were selected by the publication’s editorial board. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to congratulate Dr. Arnott on this recognition of her incredible efforts in leading the National
Hours & Admission
Hours of Operation
Visit the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia Thursday-Monday from 10 am to 5 pm; or inquire about renting our museum for special events, scheduling field trips, or organizing a group tour.
Sunday: 10 am – 5pm
Monday: 10 am – 5pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10 am – 5pm
Friday: 10 am – 5pm
Saturday: 10 am – 5pm
Admission Rates
The National Liberty Museum is pleased to offer Pay-What-You-Wish admission through January 31st, 2025.
Adults: $12
Seniors (65+): $10
Students (with valid ID): $8
Youth (ages 6–17): $6
Children (under 5): Free
Museum Members: Free
Advance tickets are required for entry for groups of over 10 people.
Advancing Liberty
Become a Member
Obtaining a membership helps advance our mission to bring liberty to life by supporting engaging programs, thought-provoking exhibitions, and vital outreach that we conduct at NLM. Consider our range of membership tiers to enjoy exclusive benefits including free admission, discounts on purchases, and tickets to select events at our Old City, Philadelphia museum.
Make a Donation
Our programs are built on the generosity of our donors. When you make a 100% tax-deductible contribution to the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, you help us provide civic education and specialized programming to patrons for years to come.
