General Admission
Includes a guide and access to indoor exhibits at the Visitor Center and the Lukens Executive Office Building, 120" Mill Motor Room, and a museum booklet — NO entry into Terracina, Graystone Mansion, or Brandywine Mansion.

To enter the 120" Mill Motor House visitors must be wearing closed-toe shoes. 

$15 Per Person

Add-On Excursions

$5 Per Person for each excursion destination, includes a tour guide and indoor admission for each chosen destination.

Excursion destinations can include Terracina, and Graystone Mansion.

Group Rate
Pre-arranged groups of 20 or more receive a $5/person discount. 

General Admission and Add-on Excursions are both indoor and outdoor.  Visitors will go outside to see steel products and to travel from building to building.  Please dress accordingly for cold, wet, etc. weather.  NISHM does not supply umbrellas.

Yes!

The museum consists of 4 historic buildings, a visitor center containing exhibits, one 1942 era former mill building, and large examples of steel products, spread out over a 20-acre site.

You will be walking between the buildings, and outdoor product examples. You can expect to walk between 1,400 and 2,000 steps, depending on which building excursions you choose to add to your General Admission.

We recommend allowing on hour for General Admission.

Add-on Excursions typically take one half hour per tour location. 

Additionally, we suggest that you allow up to thirty minutes additional for time to explore the museum grounds on your own.

The Visitor Center, Lukens Executive Office Building, Graystone Mansion, Terracina,  Steelworkers Memorial, and sonarsphere are wheelchair accessible.  The 120" Mill Motor House is not wheelchair accessible.  Tours can be modified to suit visitors’ needs.

We encourage visitors to take pictures! We do request, however, that no flash photography, and no tripods be used inside any of our buildings.

The museum has picnic tables at the rear of the lawn between the Lukens Executive Office Building and the mansion Terracina. You may also use the gazebo, located in the same area, or enjoy some shade under any of our historic trees.

There are several options for lunch near the museum: 

Excite your taste buds at Kings’ Tavern, located at 313 W. Kings Highway in Coatesville. Or King’s sister-restaurant, Chadds Ford Tavern at 1400 Baltimore Pike in Chadds Ford, located close to Longwood Gardens. Both restaurants offer a wide selection of American favorites, including steaks, seafood, tavern specialties, and delectable sandwiches.

For a unique experience, try one of Chester County’s favorite family-owned restaurants, Harry’s. Located in nearby Sadsburyville and housed in a historic tavern that once catered to travelers on Pennsylvania’s first paved road, the Lancaster Turnpike (now Lincoln Highway), Harry’s has a long tradition of satisfying the taste buds. They’re famous for their hot dogs, but the extensive menu will leave everyone happy. 2949 Lincoln Highway, Sadsburyville, PA 19369.

Across the street from Harry’s is the new Pan-Asian favorite, Zing! Whether you are in the mood for Chinese, Japanese, noodles or eclectic Asian fare, Zing is the place. Trendy in design and warm in atmosphere, Zing hosts a huge menu of favorites. 

For more casual dining, one of our favorites is Jack’s Pizza & Pasta. Bright and airy, this establishment features a diverse selection of pizzas and Italian specialties, as well as signature salads, 1948 East Lincoln Highway, Coatesville. 

For tasty take-out and a unique purveyor, try Triple Fresh Market 801 E. Doe Run Road, East Fallowfield, PA 19320. Triple Fresh features specialties from all over the three-county area, brought together in one hometown market.

Not far from Triple Fresh is a classic English pub situated in the heart of horse country. The Whip, 1383 N Chatham Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320, is as warm and cozy as you could imagine, and perfect for a chilly winter’s day or warm summer afternoon on their festive deck Classic pub-fare prevails here, with a tasty spin.

When in nearby Downingtown, please don’t miss Pomodoro Italian Restaurant. Situated in the borough of Downingtown, 200 Chestnut St, Downingtown, PA 19335, amongst a vintage neighborhood, you’ll enjoy Italian entrees and delights that only your Italian grandmother could make better. And don’t forget to select a dessert from their huge selection.

If you happen to be heading back towards the Main Line, don’t pass by the General Warren Inn at 9 Old Lancaster Rd, Malvern, PA 19355. An exquisite tavern and adjoining inn, you’ll enjoy a memorable meal in an equally unforgettable atmosphere.

In the mood for a meal created by a CIA chef? Then head no further than the Desmond. Amazing food, be it breakfast, lunch or dinner. Don’t forget the deck dining and summer musical series. 1 Liberty Blvd, Malvern, PA 19355.