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Museums and Attractions

Over 250 years ago, York County established itself as a leading name in American innovation and ingenuity, serving as the home of such important items as the first iron steamboat and the first coal locomotive train produced in the United States. To this day, York County continues to shape America through contributions in manufacturing and beyond, and our hands-on museums and attractions exist to pay tribute to this tradition. Our assortment of museums and attractions have something for everyone - after all, they showcase everything from weightlifting and body systems to gristmills and a 30-foot compressor! Be sure to take advantage of York County's rich history by visiting the museums and attractions listed here - you're sure to learn something new!


Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre Motorcoach tourAdmission chargeRestrooms availableHandicap accessible  Driving Directions | Back to top
Address: 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster PA
Telephone: 717-898-1900
Web site: www.dutchapple.com
Restrooms? Yes Handicap Accessible? Yes Cameras permitted? No
Age limit? No Store on-site? Yes Admission?
Dinner and Show Admission: $38.50-$44
Special $15 for children 15 and under for Disney's Beauty and the Beast.

Description: Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre is a year-round facility with nationally-selected performers and a live orchestra. The dinner and show package makes Dutch Apple a great day or evening out at a resonable cost.

Performances Wednesday - Saturday evening with dinner at 6:00 pm and show at 8:00 pm.

Motorcoach tour

National Watch and Clock Museum Cameras are permittedCameras are permittedAge limitRestrooms availableRestrooms available  Driving Directions |  Back to top
Address: 514 Poplar St., Columbia:
Telephone: 717-684-8261
Website: www.nawcc.org
Wednesday hours: 10am-5pm
Thursday hours: 10am-5pm
Friday hours: 10am-5pm
Saturday hours: 10am-5pm
Guided tour? No Restrooms? Yes Handicap Accessible? Yes
Cameras permitted? Yes Age limit? No Factory Store on-site? Yes
Conditions/Notes: $7 Adults, $6 Seniors, $4 Children
Description: Experience a fun and fascinating trip into the world of timekeeping, represented by over 12,000 treasures of time. With exhibits ranging from early sundials to modern marvels, both the curious visitor and the professional collector will be amazed.

Nixon County Park Nature Center Cameras are permittedCameras are permittedAge limitRestrooms available   Driving Directions |  Back to top
Address: 5922 Nixon Drive, York, PA
Telephone: 717-428-1961
Website: www.york-county.org
Wednesday hours: 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Thursday hours: 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Friday hours: 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Saturday hours: 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
Guided tour? No Restrooms? Yes Handicap Accessible? Yes
Cameras permitted? Yes Age limit? No Factory Store on-site? No
Description: Visit Nature Center displays that feature local and worldwide wildlife collection. Free 60 minute guided tours will be offered on June 15 and 16 at 9am and 12 Noon. Join a naturalist for a family oriented walk to discover the amazing builders of the animal kingdom.


York County Heritage Trust Agricultural Industrial Museum Motorcoach tourMotorcoach tourCameras are permittedRestrooms availableRestrooms available  Driving Directions | Back to top
Address: 217 West Princess St. York
Telephone: 717-846-6452
Web site: www.yorkheritage.org
Wednesday hours: 10am - 4pm
Thursday hours: 10am - 4pm
Friday hours: 10am - 4pm
Saturday hours: 10am - 4pm
Guided tour? No Restrooms? Yes Handicap Accessible? Yes
Cameras permitted? Yes (without flash) Age limit? No Factory Store on-site? Yes
Conditions/Notes: $1 admission for Agricultural and Industrial Museum only.
Description: Explore the wide range of products that helped build York's reputation as one of the country's leading agricultural and industrial centers. From locally built automobiles to our working grist mill and 20-foot high ice machine, come and discover York County's manufacturing and agricultural heritage.

3rd Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival Cameras are permittedAge limitRestrooms availableRestrooms availableRestrooms available  Driving Directions | Back to top
Address: John Rudy County Park, 400 Mundis Race Rd., York
Telephone: 717-840-7440
Website: www.york-county.org
Wednesday hours: Not Open
Thursday hours: Not Open
Friday hours: 5 - 8pm
Saturday hours: 10am - 9pm
Guided tour? No Restrooms? Yes Handicap Accessible? Yes
Cameras permitted? Yes Age limit? No Factory Store on-site? No
Conditions/Notes: $10 Per car
Description: Third Annual Hot Air Balloon Festival featuring 20+ Hot Air Balloons, crafts, entertainment, family activities and food.


Wallace-Cross Mill Historic Site Cameras are permittedCameras are permittedAge limitRestrooms available    Driving Directions | Back to top
Address: 15759 Cross Mill Rd, Felton
Telephone: 717-840-7440
Website: www.york-county.org
Wednesday hours: Not Open
Thursday hours: Not Open
Friday hours: 10 am- 4 pm
Saturday hours: Not Open
Guided tour? Yes Restrooms? Yes Handicap Accessible? Yes
Cameras permitted? Yes Age limit? No Factory Store on-site? Yes
Description: Free-guided tours. Built in 1826, Cross Mill is a rare example of an operating water-powered grain mill-one of the few still standing. Part of York County Parks.

York Barbell Museum & USA Weightlifting Hall of Fame Motorcoach tourCameras are permittedRestrooms availableHandicap accessible  Driving Directions | Back to top
Address: 3300 Board Road, York PA
Telephone: 1-800-358-9675
Web site: www.yorkbarbell.com
Wednesday Hours: 8 am - 5 pm
Thursday Hours: 8 am - 5 pm
Friday hours: 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday hours: 10 am - 5 pm
Restrooms? Yes Handicap Accessible? Yes Cameras permitted? Yes
Age limit? No Factory Store on-site? Yes

Description: See firsthand how strength sports evolved - from mythology and the early Olympic Games to 19th century strongmen competitions and bodybuilding. Also learn about York Barbell and its founder, Bob Hoffman, "Father of World Weightlifting." FREE. Self Guided tour. Factory Outlet on premises.

Motorcoach tour : June 15-16-17 - 8am - 5pm

York County Convention & Visitors Bureau • 155 West Market Street • York, PA 17401
1-888-858-YORK (9675) • info@yorkpa.orgwww.yorkpa.org