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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Philadelphia, PA | May 5, 2025 – The National Liberty Museum (NLM), located in the heart of historic Old City, will unveil its new Let’s Talk: Confronting What Divides Us exhibit on May 16. The exhibit is the third and final installment of NLM’s 2024–2025 initiative, The Year of Free
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Here at the National Liberty Museum, we believe that an exploration of the complex practice of liberty should be accessible to individuals of all ages. We believe that our exhibitions and programs should be as impactful, enjoyable, and informative to a visitor of 8 years old as one of 80.
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Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy, is a city woven with the threads of history and innovation. Amidst the cobblestone streets of Old City, the National Liberty Museum is a beacon for the ideals of freedom, connecting challenges of the past to the opportunities of today. Our mission is to
Hours & Admission
Hours of Operation
Visit the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia Wednesday-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: 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 through February 6th, 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 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.
