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Things to do in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Museums
Jim Thorpe is a borough and the county seat of Carbon County in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. The population was 4,781 at the 2010 census. The town has been called the "Switzerland of America" due to the picturesque scenery, mountainous location, and architecture; as well as the "Gateway to the Poconos." It is in eastern Pennsylvania about 80 miles (130 km) north of Philadelphia and 100 miles (160 km) west of New York City. This town is also historically known as the burial site for the body of Native American sports legend Jim Thorpe.
Restaurants in Jim Thorpe
1. The Stabin Museum
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Red brick and stone facades, an underground aqueduct, original maple hardwood floors, and an exposed rock wall at the base of the mountain all lend a distinct architectural ambiance to the complex, which throughout its history has been a place for innovation and fabrication using the most innovative technology of the day. Often compared to Dr. Suess, Salvador Dali, and M.C. Escher, Stabin's work is a world unto its own that defies description. His work is an homage to the arc of art history from the influences of centuries-old Japanese watercolor print artists to contemporary graphic arts. His work is inspired by many facets of his own life including his family, an interest in the connection between man and nature, water and the water’s edge. Don't miss the Children's Gallery, Projection Room, Victor's Turtle Series and Cafe Arielle. a restaurant/bar with an underground stream visible from the dining room as well as a stunning outdoor patio - The Avant Garden. True fun for all ages!
Reviewed By telemarkJane
This is next door to Stabin's new restaurant. Go early, browse this great art space and have Victor sign a book for you. See some very unique art and then grab an awesome meal!
2. Studio YNW
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Art takes many forms® at this artist's studio and gallery nestled in the historic west end of Jim Thorpe, PA. Studio YNW offers a unique aesthetic experience in a variety of artistic mediums, from paintings and drawings to digital media, created by artist-in-residence Yvonne Wright, whose visualizations often draw on the legacy of Surrealism, where fantasy and pastiche play an integral part.
3. Asa Packer Mansion
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4.5 based on 612 reviews
Reviewed By awesomemom10
The Asa Packer Mansion Museum in Jim Thorpe, PA, is an amazing time capsule. The mansion was completed in 1861 by coal and railroad magnate Asa Packer. In 1912 it was donated to the borough by Packer's daughter with the stipulation that nothing be changed or taken out of the mansion. The woodworking, chandeliers, and household items are magnificent. The docent-guided tour was very informative. The orchestrion in the upstairs hallway was a rare treat.
4. Old Jail Museum
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4.0 based on 527 reviews
Jail built in 1871 & used as County Jail until 1995. Seven Irish Coal Miners known as The Molly Maguires were hanged here. Learn Irish, Coal Mining & Jail History Open May through October Subject to change without notice. Please visit our website for tour dates & times
Reviewed By michellehN2374XY - Wiconisco, United States
We really enjoyed the tour. The tour guides shared some ghost stories along with the history. The staff was very friendly and answered questions.
5. Mauch Chunk Museum & Cultural Center
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4.0 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By GrantBWilmington
OK, you have to be interested in history, but if you are this little place provides a fascinating insight into America's recent industrial past. Who knew that roller coasters were effectively a by-product of coal mining, or that single-use canal barges, recycled at their destination, were economically successful in the 1800's?
6. Anita Shapolsky Art Foundation
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3.5 based on 3 reviews
he Anita Shapolsky Art Foundation’s Exhibition Center in Jim Thorpe, PA is located at 20 West Broadway in a former Presbyterian Church which dates back to the 1840’s. This unusual and dramatic building is the perfect setting to showcase the Foundation’s collection of Abstract art. Beyond the collection, the church itself is a wonderful tourist attraction; it has two stories, a stage and a stunning
