Museum Name: The Heritage Center of Lancaster County
Established: 1974
Schedule: Open Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed January - March
Address: 5 W. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
Phone Number: (717) 299-6440
Fax Number: (717) 299-6916
Email: education@heritagecentermuseum.com
Director: Peter Seibert
Website: www.lancasterheritage.com
Focus: The Heritage Center collects, preserves, and interprets Lancaster County's history and culture through its permanent collection, annual exhibitions, and educational programs
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Major Exhibits
Major exhibits include the "Amish Culture Exhibit," the "Print Shop" (a working turn-of-the-twentieth-century print shop), and a permanent collection of decorative arts.

2007 Exhibits:
In 2007, the Heritage Century will exhibit Pennsylvania quilts with a star motif in the temporary exhibit titled "Stars Over Pennsylvania."

Class Trip Programs:
Guided tours and corresponding hands-on activities are available for each exhibit. A self-guided student walking tour of historic downtown Lancaster is also available.

Class Trip Pricing:
The Heritage Center offers all school visits free of charge.