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The Hershey Story

63 West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033
717-534-3439
Ranked #8 of 15 attractions in Hershey
4.0 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
Type: Specialty Museums, Museums
Owner description: How did Milton Hershey go from bankruptcy to brilliance, transforming chocolate from a luxury to an everyday treat? How did he invent a community? Why...... more » Owner description: How did Milton Hershey go from bankruptcy to brilliance, transforming chocolate from a luxury to an everyday treat? How did he invent a community? Why did he give away his fortune? That’s the Hershey story. « less
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Syracuse, New York
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

This was something for the whole family to enjoy. The adults were able to enjoy the museum while our young kids went on a treasurer hunt to find the thing that were hidden threw out the museum. The staff was very helpful and there to help our kids find the next item on their list. It was a great time... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

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Tampa, Florida
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012 NEW

Enjoyed the very interesting story of Hershey. I recommend this as the starting point of your Hershey visit. More

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Lititz, Pennsylvania
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

This was new to me and the chocolate tasting was fun. Also participated in the lab on coco beans and the art of blending the taste. Learned a lot. More

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Coopersburg, Pennsylvania
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63 reviews 63 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

Once again the simple concept of not robbing customers is lost in this place. While it was interesting to see how things evolved lower the ticket price and you will gain more visitors. More

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new jersey
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

At the Hershey Museum, it's a circular flow from room to room exhibiting Milton Hershey's life and philanthrophy. Very informative and educational. Beautiful displays, testimonials and videos. Gift shop. More

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Boatsail
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

I grew up nearby so I knew more than most about Milton Hershey but both my mother and I found a lot to learn about and liked the historical artifacts. It is also really nice to have something downtown- I hope it helps bring more shops and restaurants in which will be good for locals and tourist alike. The only... More

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Camp Hill, PA
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Hershey Park? Take it or leave it. (Go to Knoebel's where they even have grass!) But this place is great! We took our grandsons there, both under 10 years old, and even THEY enjoyed it. More

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Washington, Pennsylvania
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Even the gift shop was fun. Very informative on Milton Hershey and his legacy. If you complete all the interactive and read everyting it will take a good hour and half. More

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Palmyra, Pennsylvania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Lots of old memoribilia and exhibits and hands on thungs for kids and aduls to do.It is like walking through an antique shop.Lots of the Hershey artifacts I have were here.And you can see not just factory history but also info and pictures etc. of the old Stardust ballroom,the old park(when it was pretty)milton hersheys home,Milton hershey school,the old arena... More

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