Due to an interior water leak on 1/23/25 caused by extreme cold, the Johnstown Flood Museum ONLY is temporarily closed. Thankfully, nothing of historic significance was affected. The water remediation team concluded their work, which leaves repainting, floor refinishing, and replacement of carpet and soundproofing materials. We are currently waiting for insurance adjustors and approval of quotes, a process we cannot control. When we have a timeline for re-opening, we will update! In the meantime, we apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to remediate and repair our beloved flagship museum.

In the meantime, we are pleased to present Relic Tales of the Johnstown Floods at the Heritage Discovery Center, which is unaffected and operating normal business hours. This new temporary exhibition includes more than 200 artifacts and photographs, many of which have never been on display before, from the Johnstown flood of 1889 (as well as 1936 and 1977).  Welcome!

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Sundaes for Santa — Museums for All

Sundaes for Santa — Museums for All

Date/Time
Date(s) - December 8, 2024
10:00 AM

Location
Heritage Discovery Center
201 6th Ave
Johnstown, PA 15906


We’re proud to be part of Museums for All, a program that provides reduced admission for those receiving any kind of food assistance (such as WIC or SNAP). For the first time this year, we’re offering a Sundaes with Santa session for those who qualify for Museums for All, on Sun., Dec. 8 at 10:00 am — tickets are $3 (just show your WIC or SNAP card at the gift shop on the day of the event!).

Your visit will include the opportunity to create an ice cream sundae, make a Christmas craft, a visit with Santa, and even a visit to the Johnstown Children’s Museum! Adults are free for the Santa visit but will need to pay $3 admission if your family would like to visit the museum afterward. Welcome!