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The 6 Best Museums in McKean County, McKean County
Discover the best top things to do in McKean County, United States including Eldred World War II Museum, Kane Historic Depot and Museum, Old Jail Museum, Zippo / Case Museum & Flagship Store, The Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center, Penn Brad Oil Museum.
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1. Eldred World War II Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By epapera - Roswell, United States
I have been to the WWII museum in New Orleans a few times. It is great however, the Eldred WWII museum was a hidden gem, thanks to this website. I happened to google WWII museums near Buffalo, NY and found this one. It was amazing. So much detail and work has gone into every speck into that place. I thought the dioramas of Omaha Beach and the Battle of Kursk were amazing. They keep a great collection and the employees know everything about that museum as well as the history of Eldred as a munitions plant during the war! I work with Holocaust survivors and their portion of the museum was cornered off from those that may not wish to view the photos in there. It was tastefully done and very educational. The best thing is that they have so many cool things for kids. They didn't get bored or whine about not having anything to do. I would go back here in a heartbeat!
2. Kane Historic Depot and Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By 401dorisw - Palmyra, United States
Very knowledgeable, enthusiastic young man gave us a tour of this train depot museum, sharing lots of human interest stories. If you are interested in the 1800's , especially the civil war, segregation, lobo wolves - you will enjoy this museum. I wish I had bought one of the books on Kane at the giftshop as I forget some of the names and details of its very accomplished families and interesting history. A former slave whose name I forget, became a very successful entrepreneur and prominent in the community. Kane was never segregated by race, even when the train station waiting rooms were segregated by sex. I called for the hours, and even though the museum wasn't open on Tuesdays we were told to come and he would open to give us a tour.
3. Old Jail Museum
4. Zippo / Case Museum & Flagship Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 374 reviews
Due to the Governor of Pennsylvania’s Dec. 10 COVID-19 order, Museum access is unavailable at this time. The Flagship Store is still open, but with capacity limited to 50 guests. We are committed to our patrons and employees’ health and safety. Therefore, if the store is at capacity, we will ask that you remain outside until we are permitted to allow safe entry. This measure, issued by the Governor’s office, will take effect Saturday, Dec. 12, and remain in place until 8 a.m. on Jan. 4. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during these unprecedented times. HOME OF TWO AMERICAN ICONS - Zippo Lighters & Case Knives!
Reviewed By anagirl - Elmira, United States
This place was on my bucket list. So after taking my son to his hockey game 2 hours from our house in Bradford. I said we are stopping at Zippo. He didn't seem to thrilled. But he seemed to enjoy it. Loved the Zippo American flag. Great gift shop. Was neat to learn the history. Friendly staff.
5. The Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Discover lavish costumes, personal artifacts, interactive exhibits, and more in this 3,400 square-foot exhibition space dedicated to renowned mezzo-soprano, Marilyn Horne.
6. Penn Brad Oil Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Penn Brad Oil Museum strives to preserve the history and culture of the Bradford Oilfield. The museum offers individual and group tours as well as a resource library and gift shop. A Standard Rig is at the center of the many exhibits that give the viewers a glimpse of the past glory of the "High-grade Oil Metropolis of the World."
Reviewed By 908amberh - Harrisburg, United States
If your are close to route 6 this is a must see museum. Very informative about oil production and the fundamentals of how they pumped oil out of the ground. We had a great guide who was informative.
