MuseumFest

⭐ Don’t miss MuseumFest! Five of Philadelphia’s most iconic museums open for free during one lively Saturday celebration. Explore at your own pace with performances, living history, and a collectible passport experience.

Highlights
🎟️ Explore five iconic museums with free admission in one afternoon
🗺️ Collect stamps across venues to earn a special passport prize
🎭 Experience pop-up performances and living history moments
🚶 Discover a walkable half-mile loop at a self-paced schedule

General Info
📅 Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
🕒 Time: 1 PM – 5 PM
⏳ Duration: 4 hours
📍 Location: Philadelphia’s Historic District (walkable from Reading Terminal)
👤 Age requirement: all ages are welcome!
♿ Accessibility: depends on each participating museum

Schedule
MuseumFest runs from 1:00–5:00 pm with flexible, drop-in experiences across the district. Look out for:
🍫 Watch chocolate-making demos at the Betsy Ross House at 2 PM, 2:45 PM, and 3:30 PM, showcasing Revolutionary-era techniques with samples to enjoy
🧳 Meet Eva Baen and hear her immigrant journey at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History between 1 PM – 4:30 PM
🪁 Play 18th-century lawn games at the National Constitution Center from 1 PM – 5 PM, featuring classic activities like hoop and stick
🌌 Join a panel on Afrofuturism in costume design at the African American Museum in Philadelphia from 4 PM – 4:45 PM, exploring storytelling, culture, and film
🛠 Carpenters' Hall: Family Activity Tables. Join us for Lego builds, coloring pages, and more. Perfect for all ages! 

Pop-up performances, family activities, and surprise discoveries will take place across all locations throughout the day.

Participating museums include: the National Constitution Center, African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP), Betsy Ross House, Carpenters’ Hall, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.

Description
MuseumFest transforms Philadelphia’s Historic District into a lively afternoon of discovery, powered by the American Alliance of Museums (the national association representing the entire museum field). Five iconic museums open their doors for free, with pop-up performances, living history, and interactive moments along a walkable half-mile loop. A passport challenge rewards explorers who collect stamps across every stop. Get your free tickets today!