NEW EXHIBITS COMING SOON
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NEW EXHIBITS COMING SOON ➜
MUSEUM OPEN FOR EVENTS ONLY
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MUSEUM OPEN FOR EVENTS ONLY ➜
Open for events only. Museum reopening coming soon!
Our Museum & Archives contains thousands of objects, photographs, documents and ephemera related to the development of Methodism in America. The museum lies within the oldest Methodist church building in the United States, dating back to 1769. Learn more.
Discover the significance of Methodism in American History.
Discover the significance of Methodism in American History.
Our Museum & Archives contains thousands of objects, photographs, documents and ephemera related to the development of Methodism in America. The museum lies within the oldest Methodist church building in the United States, dating back to 1769. Learn more.
Hours & Admission
Due to renovations, the museum is only open for events. Check back this summer for new hours!
Check out our upcoming events here.
Saturday, April 18th (1-3pm)
Learn about the history of water marbling. Then, decorate your own journal covers and bookmarks.
Crafting History: Water Marbling ➜
Next event:
Next event:
Crafting History: Water Marbling ➜
Saturday, April 18th (1-3pm)
Learn about the history of water marbling, and decorate your own journal covers and bookmarks.
Exhibits for 2026 include Hymns and Music, Philadelphia Methodists and the Black Community, Home and Foreign Missionary Work and more. Check back soon for more information! Learn more…
We are installing new, interactive exhibits. For updates, fill out the form below!
Exhibits for 2026 include Hymns and Music, Philadelphia Methodists and the Black Community, Home and Foreign Missionary Work and more. Check back soon for more information! Learn more…
We are installing new, interactive exhibits. For updates, fill out the form below!
Parking
Unfortunately, we do not have on-site parking at HSG. Visitors are advised to utilize 2 hour street parking nearby. Please read signage carefully, as parking restrictions vary by block. Additionally, we recommend Old City Parkominium Garage, which is walking distance from the museum.
Public Transportation
HSG is within a 15 minute walk from Septa and PATCO lines. This includes the Chinatown B3, 5th Street L1, and the Franklin Square PATCO.
We are located in Old City!
Due to construction, we are only open for events. Please enter through the front gate located at 235 N. 4th Street.
Due to construction, we are only open for events. Please enter through the front gate located at 235 N. 4th Street.
We are located in Old City!
Parking
Unfortunately, we do not have on-site parking at HSG. Visitors are advised to utilize 2 hour street parking nearby. Please read signage carefully, as parking restrictions vary by block. Additionally, we recommend Old City Parkominium Garage, which is walking distance from the museum.
Public Transportation
HSG is within a 15 minute walk from Septa and PATCO lines. This includes the Chinatown B3, 5th Street L1, and the Franklin Square PATCO.
Keep in touch!
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Keep in touch! ⦁
Keep in touch!
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Keep in touch! ⦁
Contact Us
For all inquiries, please fill out this form. An HSG staff member will get back to you soon!
Contact Us
For all inquiries, please fill out this form. An HSG staff member will get back to you soon!