The Hershey Story Museum Experience & Chocolate Tastings for Adults or Juniors: Informative Exhibits & Permanent Display
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Good for KidsHighlights
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Discover the story of Milton S. Hershey through interactive exhibits and hands-on experiences
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Active duty military personnel receive free admission to The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience
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Join a 45-minute, hands-on class in the Chocolate Lab (available for purchase upon arrival ) to pour and decorate your own chocolate treat (ages 5+)
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Sample warm drinking chocolates from around the world at Tastings
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Explore exhibits like Failures to Fortunes, Sweet Innovations, and Hershey Builds Hershey
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Engage with hands-on props, original factory machinery, and interactive touchscreens
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Kids can enjoy a fun Scavenger Hunt to explore the museum exhibits
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Grab a treat from the Lisa's Café and find unique gifts at the Museum Shop
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Perfect for Gifting! Give this interactive experince to anyone who loves Hershey's Chocolate
What To Expect
At one of Hershey PA’s most inspiring attractions, the story of Milton S. Hershey is presented through informative museum exhibits and interactive experiences perfect for all ages. The museum experience takes visitors on a journey through his life, from bankruptcy to brilliance, his chocolate company, his generous philanthropic legacy, and the town of Hershey itself. Engaging exhibits explore Mr. Hershey’s early failures, how he successfully revolutionized making milk chocolate, and why he gave his fortune away.
The family-friendly attraction is packed with hands-on activities. In the Chocolate Lab (which is available for purchase upon arrival) , you can take a 45-minute class to learn how chocolate is made and create your own take-home treat. At Tastings, you can sample warm drinking chocolates from around the world, from fruity African cocoa to Indonesian chocolate with caramel notes. Younger kids can use a Scavenger Hunt to explore the gallery displays, while adults can admire historic candy-making equipment and even try building a virtual Kisses wrapping line. From start to finish, The Hershey Story is an uplifting celebration of the great American dream.
Plan Your Visit
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Operating Hours Varies, check here for latest info
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Duration 1-2 hours
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Accessibility Wheelchair accessible
Service animals welcome -
Parking Free parking
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. No reservation needed
Just show up whenever you’re ready
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
Are Service Animals allowed?
Service animals are permitted in all public areas of the museum. They are trained to perform specific tasks for an individual with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Comfort, therapy, companion, or emotional support animals are not service animals and are not allowed
What items are restricted at The Hershey Story?
Weapons of any kind are prohibited. This is considered to be any item that could endanger public safety, such as firearms, knives, and mace. The Hershey Story reserves the right to refuse the entry of any item that could be considered a weapon
Is there a discount for active duty military personnel?
Yes. Active duty military personnel receive free admission to The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience. Other members of the party may purchase online tickets. Active duty military personnel should show their military ID upon arrival
What if guests are staying at The Hotel Hershey or Hershey Lodge?
Guests of The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge will receive complimentary tickets to the Museum Experience at check-in. They simply need to bring the tickets to the admissions desk during operating hours
Highlights
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Discover the story of Milton S. Hershey through interactive exhibits and hands-on experiences
-
Active duty military personnel receive free admission to The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience
-
Join a 45-minute, hands-on class in the Chocolate Lab (available for purchase upon arrival ) to pour and decorate your own chocolate treat (ages 5+)
-
Sample warm drinking chocolates from around the world at Tastings
-
Explore exhibits like Failures to Fortunes, Sweet Innovations, and Hershey Builds Hershey
-
Engage with hands-on props, original factory machinery, and interactive touchscreens
-
Kids can enjoy a fun Scavenger Hunt to explore the museum exhibits
-
Grab a treat from the Lisa's Café and find unique gifts at the Museum Shop
-
Perfect for Gifting! Give this interactive experince to anyone who loves Hershey's Chocolate
What To Expect
At one of Hershey PA’s most inspiring attractions, the story of Milton S. Hershey is presented through informative museum exhibits and interactive experiences perfect for all ages. The museum experience takes visitors on a journey through his life, from bankruptcy to brilliance, his chocolate company, his generous philanthropic legacy, and the town of Hershey itself. Engaging exhibits explore Mr. Hershey’s early failures, how he successfully revolutionized making milk chocolate, and why he gave his fortune away.
The family-friendly attraction is packed with hands-on activities. In the Chocolate Lab (which is available for purchase upon arrival) , you can take a 45-minute class to learn how chocolate is made and create your own take-home treat. At Tastings, you can sample warm drinking chocolates from around the world, from fruity African cocoa to Indonesian chocolate with caramel notes. Younger kids can use a Scavenger Hunt to explore the gallery displays, while adults can admire historic candy-making equipment and even try building a virtual Kisses wrapping line. From start to finish, The Hershey Story is an uplifting celebration of the great American dream.
Plan Your Visit
-
Operating Hours Varies, check here for latest info
-
Duration 1-2 hours
-
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible
Service animals welcome -
Parking Free parking
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. No reservation needed
Just show up whenever you’re ready
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
Are Service Animals allowed?
Service animals are permitted in all public areas of the museum. They are trained to perform specific tasks for an individual with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Comfort, therapy, companion, or emotional support animals are not service animals and are not allowed
What items are restricted at The Hershey Story?
Weapons of any kind are prohibited. This is considered to be any item that could endanger public safety, such as firearms, knives, and mace. The Hershey Story reserves the right to refuse the entry of any item that could be considered a weapon
Is there a discount for active duty military personnel?
Yes. Active duty military personnel receive free admission to The Hershey Story’s Museum Experience. Other members of the party may purchase online tickets. Active duty military personnel should show their military ID upon arrival
What if guests are staying at The Hotel Hershey or Hershey Lodge?
Guests of The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge will receive complimentary tickets to the Museum Experience at check-in. They simply need to bring the tickets to the admissions desk during operating hours
Need To Know Info
- 3-day hassle-free refund guarantee: Free cancellation for up to 3 days after purchase for unredeemed vouchers
- May purchase multiple, to make up an appropriate party size
- Juniors are those between the ages of 3-12
- Juniors may choose between Half Flight or Milk & chocolate stirring lolly
- Food and drink are not allowed in the exhibit areas
- Photography is permitted; the use of tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks is not permitted
- Smoke-free facility; this includes electronic cigarettes
- Shirt and shoes required; No bathing suits, please
- Heelys and other wheeled shoes are prohibited in the building
About The Hershey Story - Hershey, Pennsylvania
Milton S. Hershey, founder of the Hershey chocolate dynasty, gave the world more than just his signature bars of sweet, rich chocolate. He also built the town of Hershey, Pennsylvania, and laid the foundations for its future, providing public education for residents and preserving collections of Native American and Pennsylvania German artifacts.
Visitors to The Hershey Story Museum learn about Hershey's entire legacy, perusing exhibits such as Failures to Fortunes, which details his impoverished childhood and later success, and Sweet Innovations, which showcases his creative chocolate-making practices, such as his unique approach to milk chocolate.