Reading Museums
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Museums in Reading, PA, Pennsylvania.
Since 1992, this museum has been a non-profit foundation. The collection the museum posses is used as a teaching and research resource. Located in the museum is a planetarium. The main purpose of the museum is to expand human intellect.
Central Pennsylvania African American Museum
Dedicated to the history of African-Americans in the Reading and Berks County area, this museum showcases art, photographs and artifacts. The museum is housed in a historic church building.
Reading Area Firefighters Museum
Reading Area Firefighters Museum showcases memorabilia and antique items related to the history of firefighting in the Reading area. The museum is located in the historic Liberty Fire Company building, built in 1876.
Mid Atlantic Air Museum
The museum is located at the Reading Pennsylvania's Regional Airport. Featured inside are many award-winning warbirds, classic airliners, unusual military aircrafts and more. Various events, activities and trips are sponsored by the museum. The museum was founded in 1980.
Reading Company Technical and Historical Society
Established in 1976, this society offers information on the history of the railroad. The museum features artifacts and a collection of Reading equipment. The intent of the museum is to preserve items and artifacts. Gifts can be purchased in the gift shop.
