Experience: Free Museum Day

Enjoy the history of Washington County for FREE on May 7, 2023 by visiting one or all six participating museums through this biennial Washington County Tourism Promotion Agency event.

Everyone is invited to visit Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village, the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, the Bradford House Museum, the LeMoyne House, the Duncan & Miller Glass Museum, and the Whiskey Rebellion Education & Visitor Center for free during Free Museum Day. All that is required is to reserve your tickets in advance. Please note that spaces are limited and those interested are recommended to reserve their spots early.

Attendees can reserve tickets for all or as many museums as they would like to attend. Additionally, if you attend three of the six museums and get your “passport” stamped, you can enter for a chance to win a $250 Tanger Outlets gift card.

If you’re planning on attending Free Museum Day in Washington County, PA and need a place to stay the night, there are a variety of top-notch, high quality hotels.

Depending on how you plan your route for Free Museum Day, Washington County offers a variety of local lodging options close to each museum.

If you finish your day at the Bradford House Museum, LeMoyne House, Dunan & Miller Glass Museum or the Whiskey Rebellion Education & Visitor Center:

• The George Washington Hotel
• America’s Best Value Inn & Suites
• HomeTowne Studios & Suites Washington
• Ramada By Wyndham Washington PA

If you finish your day at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum or Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village:

• DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Meadow Lands
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites Washington - Meadow Lands, an IHG Hotel
• Candlewood Suites Washington North, an IHG Hotel
• Fairfield Inn & Suites

If you’re planning on attending Free Museum Day in Washington County, PA and start feeling hungry, each location offers some local eateries to satisfy any craving.

If you’re near the Bradford House Museum, LeMoyne House, Dunan & Miller Glass Museum or the Whiskey Rebellion Education & Visitor Center:

• Chicco Baccello
• The Union Grill
• The Washington Brewing Company
• The Presidents Pub

If you’re near the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum:

• Pig and Fire House of Barbeque
• Grande Jr Pizza Express
• Shorty’s Lunch

If you’re near Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village:

• Breezy Heights Tavern
• Kirich's Tavern
• Bull Pen Rustic Inn

If you want to take a break from your historical adventure that day to try a different local activity, Washington County has something for everyone. From shopping and having drinks, to kids activities and antiquing, there is a “pittstop” for you.

If you’re near the Bradford House Museum, LeMoyne House, Dunan & Miller Glass Museum or the Whiskey Rebellion Education & Visitor Center:

• Have drinks at Liberty Pole
• Stop for a coffee break at Chicco Baccello or The Table
• Shop for souvenirs at Kaleidoscope II
• Pick out home decor and antiques at Hearts in the Attic

If you’re near the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum:

• Shop at Tanger Outlets
• Stop by the Washington County Fairground weekend events
• Shop for western gear at Lowry’s Western Shop

If you’re near Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village:

• Take a stroll through Cross Creek County Park
• Play a round of golf at Indian Run Golf Club
• Have a glass of wine at Red Fox Winery and Lounge
• Grab some local honey or pick local berries at Swopes Berries & Bees