One of the absolute best perks of the summer festival season is Wawa Free Museum Days, a beloved tradition that truly puts the “free” in freedom. As a cornerstone of the annual Wawa Welcome America festival, this program throws open the doors to a whopping 47 cultural institutions, historic sites, and world-class museums across the greater Philadelphia area, completely eliminating admission fees. Running from June 19 through July 4, the initiative covers everything from iconic art galleries like the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and deep historical dives at the African American Museum in Philadelphia, to hidden gems like Elfreth's Alley and the Independence Seaport Museum. It’s an incredible, budget-friendly invitation for both locals and tourists to explore the region's unmatched heritage and vibrant arts scene, making world-class education and inspiration accessible to everyone.
Monday, June 29
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Arch Street Meeting House — 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Mütter Museum — 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30
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Wagner Free Institute of Science — 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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National Liberty Museum — 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Masonic Temple, Library and Museum — 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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The Print Center — 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 1
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National Constitution Center — 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 2
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Stenton — 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Institute of Contemporary Art, University of Pennsylvania — 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday, July 3
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Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives — 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Fireman’s Hall Museum — 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Science History Institute — 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Historic Waynesborough — 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 4
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Cliveden — 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Powel House — 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
