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General, Specialized

Culture, History, Military, Specialized, University

The Pennsylvania Military College (PMC) Museum brings to life the history of Pennsylvania Military College, known in its time as the "West Point of the Keystone State." The museum's exhibits, through photographs, audio and video displays, and a wealth of artifacts, not only re-create life at PMC, but also tell the stories of the athletic and academic accomplishments of PMC students. As a lasting monument to PMC and its cadre of alumni, the PMC Museum honors the military and civilian achievements of its graduates.

Pennsylvania National Fire Museum

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

General, History, Historic House, Science, Specialized

Housed in the 1899 Victorian firehouse Reily Hose Company No. 10, the museum features an outstanding collection of artifacts from the hand-drawn equipment of yesterday to the modern tools of today.

PMC Museum at Widener University

Chester, Pennsylvania

Culture, History, Historic House, Military, Specialized, University

The PMC Museum brings to life the history of Pennsylvania Military College, known in its time as the "West Point of the Keystone State." The museum's exhibits, through photographs, audio and video displays, and a wealth of artifacts, not only re-create life at PMC, but also tell the stories of the athletic and academic accomplishments of PMC students. As a lasting monument to PMC and its cadre of alumni, the PMC Museum honors the military and civilian achievements of its graduates.

Pennsylvania Folklife Society

Collegeville, Pennsylvania

Specialized

The Pennsylvania Folklife Society is housed at Ursinus College, Collegeville, PA.

Pennsylvania Military Museum

Boalsburg, Pennsylvania

History, Historic House, Military, Specialized

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum

Washington, Pennsylvania

History, Specialized

Police Heritage Museum, Inc.

York, Pennsylvania

History, Specialized

The Police Heritage Museum grew out of one officer's desire to know more about the history of the York City Police Department. The officer's large personal collection of law enforcement artifacts, and the knowledge he gained during his search, became the impetus for the museum. Late in 1994 a core group of individuals met to discuss the incorporation of a police museum. It was obvious the museum would provide community enrichment through preservation, education, and presentation of the important role law enforcement has played in community history through maintenance of peace and order, thus ensuring community growth and prosperity.