Museum · Philadelphia
Museum of the American Revolution: free entry days, tickets & hours
The story of the Revolution in Old City, centred on George Washington's original headquarters tent.
Independent guide, not the official Museum of the American Revolution website. Official links are under Sources.
Museum of the American Revolution is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: children 5 and under; Museums for All and PA ACCESS: free for EBT/SNAP and ACCESS cardholders; School District of Philadelphia high school students (grades 9-12); Blue Star Museums: free for active-duty military and their families from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day (15 May-6 Sep 2027); and more below.
- Otherwise: adult walk-up admission — $27.
Calendar
Free days at Museum of the American Revolution
For Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us)
- SAT7NOVSaturday, 7 November 2026 · in 9 days
- SUN8NOVSunday, 8 November 2026 · in 10 days
- SAT5DECSaturday, 5 December 2026 · in 5 weeks
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 5 weeks
- SAT2JANSaturday, 2 January 2027 · in 2 months
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months
Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Adult tickets are $2 cheaper online ($25) and are valid for two consecutive days.
- EBT/SNAP and PA ACCESS free admission is walk-up only at the front desk.
- Military and veterans: $21 most of the year; free for active duty and families only in the Blue Star summer window.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free forFree for children 5 and under | children under 6 | — | No |
| Free forMuseums for All and PA ACCESS: free for EBT/SNAP and ACCESS cardholders | EBT cardholders (Museums for All) | Walk-up only at the front desk. PA ACCESS cardholders with photo ID also get free admission for themselves and their family members. Not valid with other offers or group rates. | No |
| Free forFree for School District of Philadelphia high school students (grades 9-12) | Philadelphia High School students | — | No |
| Free forBlue Star Museums: free for active-duty military and their families from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day (15 May-6 Sep 2027) | military members and families | Active duty including National Guard and Reserve, and families. Armed Forces Day (mid-May) to Labor Day. Outside the summer, military pay the reduced $21. | No |
| Free dayBank of America Museums on Us: free general admission for cardholders on the first full weekend of each month | Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us) | Bank of America card plus photo ID; one free general admission per cardholder. Source is Bank of America's partner list; the museum's admission page does not mention it. | No |
Official prices
Museum of the American Revolution ticket prices
| Adult walk-up admission — $25 online. Seniors 65+, students, teachers and military $21; youth 6-17 $14; children 5 and under free. Tickets valid two consecutive days. | $27 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (adult walk-up admission). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 10:00–17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–17:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–17:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–17:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–17:00 |
Daily 10am-5pm. Closed the Tuesday after Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
101 South Third Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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FAQ
Museum of the American Revolution: common questions
Is Museum of the American Revolution free?
Museum of the American Revolution has no free entry for everyone. Also free: children 5 and under; Museums for All and PA ACCESS: free for EBT/SNAP and ACCESS cardholders; School District of Philadelphia high school students (grades 9-12); Blue Star Museums: free for active-duty military and their families from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day (15 May-6 Sep 2027); and more below. Otherwise the official ticket costs $27.
When are the free days at Museum of the American Revolution for Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us)?
Upcoming free dates for Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us): Sat 7 Nov, Sun 8 Nov, Sat 5 Dec and Sun 6 Dec. Bring proof of eligibility; booking rules are listed above.
Who gets free entry to Museum of the American Revolution?
Children under 6. EBT cardholders (Museums for All) — walk-up only at the front desk. PA ACCESS cardholders with photo ID also get free admission for themselves and their family members. Not valid with other offers or group rates.. Philadelphia High School students. Military members and families — active duty including National Guard and Reserve, and families. Armed Forces Day (mid-May) to Labor Day. Outside the summer, military pay the reduced $21..
How much is a ticket to Museum of the American Revolution?
Adult walk-up admission costs $27 on the official site.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- amrevmuseum.org/at-the-museum/visit/visit-hours · checked Thursday, 29 October 2026
- about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/museums-on-us-partners · checked Thursday, 29 October 2026
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