The best museums in State College in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in State College, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in State College? These are the best ones:

  1. The Arboretum at Penn State1

    The Arboretum at Penn State

     State College, PA
    The Arboretum at Penn State is a significant green space located adjacent to the University Park campus in State College, Pennsylvania. It includes the H.O. Smith Botanic Gardens, which is a part of the arboretum. This location offers a unique opportunity for visitors to explore a variety of plant species and enjoy the serene environment of the gardens.
  2. Centre Furnace Mansion2

    Centre Furnace Mansion

     State College, PA
    The Centre Furnace Mansion, located in State College, Pennsylvania, is a significant historical site listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It serves as the headquarters of the Centre County Historical Society. This mansion represents the rich history of the area and offers a unique insight into the past.
  3. Penn State All-sports Museum3

    Penn State All-sports Museum

     State College, PA
    In 2019, Penn State was recognized as the largest presence university in the USA, with a student population of 91,427. This impressive figure underscores the university's commitment to providing quality education to a large number of students. Visitors to the museum can appreciate the scale of the university's operations and its impact on the local community and beyond.
  4. Palmer Museum of Art4

    Palmer Museum of Art

     State College, PA
    The Palmer Museum of Art is a significant cultural institution located on the University Park campus of Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pennsylvania. It serves as the university's art museum and is a key destination for art enthusiasts and tourists alike.
  5. The Frost Entomological Museum5

    The Frost Entomological Museum

     State College, PA
    The Frost Entomological Museum houses an impressive collection of approximately 1.3 million arthropod specimens. In addition to this, the museum also provides a public exhibition and educational space. This allows visitors to not only view the vast collection but also learn more about the specimens and their significance.

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