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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The National Liberty Museum is proud to announce it has been awarded $100,000 from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to launch a new podcast focused on liberty, civic dialogue, and public humanities. The podcast will debut in 2026 as part of the Museum’s programming aligned with the nation’s
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Live close to Old City? Just visiting for a weekend? Whatever the reason may be, if you’re searching for things to do near Old City that are enriching, inspiring, and thought-provoking, visit the National Liberty Museum. For decades, the NLM has been a top destination for freethinkers in Philly looking
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Here at the National Liberty Museum, we invite visitors to explore the nuances of freedom and the importance of active citizenship through captivating exhibitions. Our museum exhibits in Philadelphia are instrumental in promoting dialogue, understanding, and critical thinking among diverse groups. This focus on conversation and exchange is deftly reflected
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: $10
Seniors (65+): $8
Students (with valid ID): $6
Youth (ages 6–17): $4
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.
