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We are pleased to announce the debut of our renovated lower level display areas. A new wheelchair ramp and a new wheelchair lift have been installed to enable total access to our lower level areas for the first time. We would like to thank the Berks County Board of Comissioners for making this project possible. The Settler's Cabin and Early Industry & Craft Room areas are closed while we overhaul these display areas. We appreciate your understanding and patience.

The Society's 20,000 artifacts tell many stories behind the development of the county. Three levels of museum exhibits interpret our colorful history from the Conestoga Wagon to the 1902 Duryea to toys, crafts, fine arts, all related to our social history. Here you can truly find your past.

Duryea Automobile Old Courthouse Statue Violin

Gruber Organ Victrola Dieffenbach organ
Click here to hear a short 
piece played on the organ

Painting of Reading Shops Pioneer Bedroom

Model of Penn Square Area Cigar Store Statue Street Car



Museum Hours - Tuesday through Saturday - 9AM to 4PM

  Museum Admission for non-members

  • Adults  - $4
  • Senior Citizens (with proof of age) - $3
  • Children 3-17 -  $2

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Call 610-375-4375 for more information.



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Reading, Pennsylvania 19601
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