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Glencairn Museum, Bryn Athyn

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#95 of 361 in Museums in Pennsylvania

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Glencairn is a castle-like mansion in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania, that was home to the Pitcairn family for more than 40 years. Now the Glencairn Museum, it contains a collection of about 8,000 artworks, mostly religious in nature, from cultures such as ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, the Roman Empire and medieval Europe, as well as Islamic, Asian, and Native American works. The museum is affiliated with The New Church, and the building is on the National Register of Historic Places.

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By 438everetts

I honestly do not know where to begin. The museum itself is such a beautiful and intricate structure that it is both the vessel and the source of wonder. The exterior is, as designed, a beautiful...

I honestly do not know where to begin. The museum itself is such a beautiful and intricate structure that it is both the vessel and the source of wonder. The exterior is, as designed, a beautiful... more »
By 482janelk

Have been here twice over the years at Christmas including taking out of town guests. The staff and tour guides are very knowledgeable. The world nativities are amazing. Grounds are also lovely.

Have been here twice over the years at Christmas including taking out of town guests. The staff and tour guides are very knowledgeable. The world nativities are amazing. Grounds are also lovely. more »

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By Yelyzaveta Nechay

Wonderful and charming castle to visit on your day trip. Make sure to have a good camera with you as you are guaranteed to have beautiful views! The tour may feel like a bit too boring, but it's the only way to see the rooms inside so just bear with it. You get to know some historical facts which was good enough for me. I reserved the tickets but also saw people buying them on site, so it looked like it was fine as well.

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By Lance W

Beautiful museum. You need to reserve tickets in advance and it is a timed tour. There are several tours available and a description of each can be found on their website. You can also obtain passes from the local libraries. Photography is welcomed as long as you don't use a flash or tripod.

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