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We don’t currently require masking but visitors are welcome and encouraged to do what makes them feel most comfortable. Please respect your neighbors’ choices.

Admission to the Museum is currently free thanks to a generous donation from the Jane and Daniel Och Family Foundation. Please consider donating to the Museum to meet the match and keep admission free.

Admission tickets are available online or at the door.

Yes, general Museum admission tickets are good for the entire day. You can arrive at your convenience.

The Weitzman is proud to participate in the following programs:

Blue Star Museums Program
Memorial Day through Labor Day, free admission to immediate family members (spouse or children) of active military personnel.

Federally Disabled
Free admission available for visitors with Federal Disability identification.

Art-Reach’s ACCESS Philly Program
Present your state-issued ACCESS/EBT card (along with valid photo ID) to receive $2 general admission for you and up to 3 family members or friends.

STAMP Teen Program
Any high-school teen living in Philadelphia can sign up here for a free STAMP Pass. Present it to receive free general admission.

Bank of America Museums on Us Program
Present your Bank of America® or Merrill Lynch® credit or debit card and a picture ID on the first full weekend of every month for one free general admission. Please note that free admission is limited to the cardholder.

Yes, the Museum is open on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 am-5 pm, and the following holidays:

The Museum is open on the following days even if they fall on a day of the week when we are usually closed: 
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Presidents’ Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Christmas Day

The Museum is closed on
New Year’s Day
First Day of Passover
First Day of Rosh Hashanah
Yom Kippur
Thanksgiving Day

The Museum closes at 3:00 pm for the following holidays when they fall on a day we are open:
New Year’s Eve
Erev (the night before) Passover
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Erev Yom Kippur
Thanksgiving Eve
Christmas Eve

The Weitzman is for everyone! At the Museum, you will find American history through the lens of what one particular immigrant group and religious minority has experienced. We encourage all visitors to consider their own heritage and identity and to think about how different communities shape and are shaped by America.

There are numerous lots and garages, as well as metered street parking, in the immediate vicinity.

Suggested parking:

The Bourse Garage, one block from the Museum, is open 24 hours a day.

SEPTA: Via the Market-Frankford line, both east and westbound trains stop at 5th and Market, below the Museum. Visit SEPTA’S website for more details and a trip planner, or use your preferred map app.

PHLASH: The distinctive purple Phlash trolleys provide direct service between the major museums and attractions in Center City. For seasonal operation schedules and cost, visit PHLASH.

Plan your visit with our downloadable Visitor Guide!

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Yes. We offer guided experiences for groups of all sizes and students of all ages. Advance reservations are required. Visit our Education & Groups page for more information or contact education@theweitzman.org and our staff will assist you.

Yes. Personal photography is permitted and encouraged, except where noted! Tag the Museum on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. The use of flash, video, tripods, and selfie sticks is prohibited. For commercial photography, contact mediarelations@theweitzman.org.

No. Pets are not allowed on Museum grounds. Service animals, such as guide dogs, are permitted.

All individuals are subject to screening. All blades, firearms, and other weapons are not permitted on the premises. All bags (including cameras and laptops) are subject to X-ray or manual inspection. Tripods/monopods are not permitted.

Yes. But, backpacks, umbrellas, bags, purses, and packages larger than 11 x 17 x 8 inches must be checked at the Coat Check on the Museum’s first floor.

Please note that all bags may be subject to security inspection. Hazardous materials (e.g., pepper spray) and weapons of any kind are prohibited and cannot be checked.

Visitor Experience staff are ready to help with any questions you may have.

No, the Museum has instituted a moratorium on collection acquisitions through  August 2022. We are grateful for the generosity of the people like you who have helped us build our wonderful collection. You are encouraged to contact us again regarding your donation offer in August 2022.

By visiting this website, you acknowledge that we may collect your information for use in connecting with you digitally or by other means with Museum information, promotions, and solicitations for support. We never sell your email address to third parties but do participate in legal non-profit list exchange programs. If you have questions or wish to opt out of getting print or digital solicitations from the Museum, please contact the Development Team at development@theweitzman.org.