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.
Latest News
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Summer is here, and with it comes a slew of good times at the National Liberty Museum. Over the next month, we have a lineup of events for every visitor to enjoy. Beyond our boundary-pushing exhibitions, our museum events are a great way to expand your horizons, meet new people,
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With a storied history and central role in the founding of our nation, Philadelphia is home to a variety of great museums. While many come to the city for large attractions like the Philadelphia Museum of Art or Penn Museum, the National Liberty Museum provides an experience you can’t get
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Looking for an Art Exhibit in Philadelphia? Discover Word Powered: Exploring Free Speech Through Art
Art is a valuable means through which we can examine our right to free speech. The right to freely express oneself in the medium of their choosing is one that is central to liberty—but often one of the most fiercely debated. Censorship and bias manifest in response to art, but
Hours & Admission
Hours of Operation
Plan your visit 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: 10 am – 5pm
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 the second Sunday of every month.
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
Our members help advance our mission to bring liberty to life by supporting engaging programs, thought-provoking exhibitions, and vital outreach that we conduct at NLM.
Make a Donation
When you make a 100% tax-deductible contribution to the National Liberty Museum, you help us provide civic education and specialized programming to patrons for years to come.
