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Visitor tip
Don't miss the 25-acre arboretum with walking trails, bridges, and outdoor artworks along a creek—grab a map at the entrance to navigate the grounds effectively
Visitor tip
The museum is notably inclusive and welcoming to visitors with different abilities and autism spectrum needs; staff are trained to make all guests comfortable during visits
Visitor tip
The planetarium and rotating exhibitions (like the Mo Williams exhibit) are popular highlights—check the website for current exhibits before your visit to prioritize what interests your group most
About Reading Public Museum
Showcase for the arts & sciences. Museum with a focus on the arts & sciences offers varied exhibits, plus a planetarium & arboretum.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Key Feature
- Neag Planetarium
- Special Programs
- Final Fridays, Yoga Under the Stars, Homeschool Days
What visitors say
We went to the planetarium and the Mo Williams exhibit as well as a tour of other things but my son was not interested as much and he was the Mo Williams. He is limited viability. Level 1 Autistic and the exhibit was great. The workers…
Very nice museum I love the diversity and the telling of ethnic heritage of the world my cousin had her wedding reception here it was beautiful
The Reading Public Museum is a wonderful museum in Reading, Pennsylvania. The museum is unique in that it offers a lot of different things to do and enjoy. Here you can find great artwork, a planetarium, historical artifacts, learn…
From 1,355 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- The museum features a 25-acre arboretum with themed gardens, bridges, outdoor artworks, and a creek system integrated into the landscape
- The museum offers three floors of exhibits including an Egyptian mummy, Medieval European Arms and Armor collection, and displays on Native Americans of Pennsylvania
- The Neag Planetarium is integrated into the museum complex, providing astronomy programming alongside traditional art and science exhibits
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