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Penn Museum

3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-898-4000
Ranked #10 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 66 Reviews
Type: Museums
Traveler Description: Officially known as the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, the Penn Museum, with nearly one million artifacts from... more »
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New York City, New York
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Lots of Buddhas! Excellent staff. Fun place to have a party if you child likes to learn about art and the world. More

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Leesport, PA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

We had a great time at the Penn Museum. We started with the Maya exhibit and were very impressed. Great collection, and a great way to spend an afternoon! Situated in a great area near Penn so we walked to the Museum from our B&B. Beautiful garden entrance. Great place to visit! More

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Point Pleasant, Pennsylvania
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Vast collection, barely promoted. For all ages, all tastes. Knowledge base! More

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Bucks County, PA
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65 reviews 65 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

I went to a wedding here and had the opportunity to walk the museum during the reception. I can't say that I was disappointed! More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Hands down the most impressive collection of ancient artifacts I've ever seen, despite the dated nature of some of the exhibits. A must-see in Philadelphia for anyone who is interested in ancient Egypt or mummies. If you're a teacher, they also have a fantastic program that allows you to borrow artifacts for classroom use. More

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margate,florida
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172 reviews 172 reviews
Reviews in 93 cities Reviews in 93 cities
369 helpful votes 369 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

I spent six hours two weeks ago studying Ancient Art and History at this comprehensive museum .I spent several very enriching hours studying their large collection of Egyptian artifacts from Abydos,Thebes,Amarna,Memphis,Valley of the Kings,and other Egyptian archaeological sites.I saw stone and bronze heads of ancient Egyptian leaders,statues of Egyptian deities,mummies,and funerary artifacts.I saw and was impressed with their exhibit of... More

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Medford NJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

A terrific mid-sized university museum. Well worth a visit, especially for the mummies. Also good for special events, such as ethnic food tastings. More

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New York City, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

I havent visit recently but it was every nice 3 years ago. More

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Portland, OR, USA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Decent little museum. Easily easy enough stuff to fill 2 hours. Only a few exhibit spaces such as North American poeple look creaky but overall worth the money. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Did a short weekend in Philly.we had a chance to visit the Penn Museum and had a very enjoyable time.there was alot to see. More

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