Lancaster is a historic city, filled with a number of unique and interesting museums as well as fabulous art galleries. The Demuth Museum & Garden features artworks from the famous artist Charles Demuth inside the artist's family house. The house dates back to the 1770s and has period furnishings and beautiful gardens. At the Lancaster Museum of Art, you can view a number of permanent and traveling art exhibits, as well as learn about various art forms through lectures and workshops.

Learn more about the country's 15th president when you tour the James Buchanan's Wheatland, a historic house sitting on 4 beautifully landscaped acres and filled with artifacts from Buchanan's life. The Heritage Center Museum is filled with artifacts and exhibits on the local history and culture, and is comprised of the 1790s City Hall building, an old Masonic lodge, and the Lancaster Quilt & Textile Museum. The Lancaster Quilt & Textile Museum features an expansive collection of quilts dating back to the 18th century, as well as exhibits explaining the importance of quilting in the Amish culture. Spend some time exploring Landis Valley, a living history museum complete with a schoolhouse, hotel, and other structures from the Civil War era, as well as a unique collection of household and farm items from that era and of the German heritage.

Children will love exploring the hands-on and interactive educational exhibits at the Hands On House Childrens Museum, where each exhibits has its own unique theme. Kids of all ages will enjoy visiting the National Toy Train Museum, home to an impressive collection of toy trains, some dating back to the 1860s. The Reading Public Museum is a popular venue for children, with beautiful and educational art pieces that teach children about the sciences and arts at the same time. Kids also love the famous  Make-a-Friend Workshop, with puppet shows, Amish dolls, wooden toys, and more.

The Heritage Map Museum is an interesting place to visit, filled with maps dated between the 15th and 19th centuries. At the North Museum of Natural History & Science, you will find hands-on and educational exhibits and displays covering such topics as space, culture, dinosaurs, the environment, and more. You will love the chance to learn more about the history and culture of the Lancaster area by visiting its area museums and art galleries.