Free Museum Days 2026

Free Museum Days in Philly

Philadelphia is brimming with cultural institutions that offer free or pay-what-you-wish admission, making it easy to enjoy the city’s vibrant arts and history scene without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, here’s your guide to free museum days in Philly:

CENTER CITY

Photo: BARNES FOUNDATION

The Barnes Foundation

2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130

PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Free admission and activities on the first Sunday of each month.

The African American Museum in Philadelphia

701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 1910

Free admission on Juneteenth (June 19)

The Rodin Museum

2151 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Pay What You Wish: Every day.

United States Mint at Philadelphia

151 N Independence Mall E, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Always Free Admission.

The Fabric Workshop and Museum

1214 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Always Free Admission.

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

101 South Independence Mall East Philadelphia, PA 19106-2517

Always Free Admission with Suggested Donation

OLD CITY

Photo: National Park Service

Independence Hall

520 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Always free, but timed tickets are required from February through December.

The National Constitution Center

525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Free admission on various holidays typically including Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Constitution Day