Explore the history of
the country's oldest tradition
History of our Museum
Situated in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Mummers Museum is a vibrant hub that celebrates the rich tradition of the Mummers Parade.
The Mummers Museum opened in 1976 as part of Philadelphia’s celebration of America’s Bicentennial. The Museum is dedicated to celebrating the tradition of Mummery in Philadelphia. Inside are costumes, oral histories, video and audio archives, and even an exhibit to teach anyone how to “strut.” Our collection brings you up close to the elaborate costumes and the captivating history behind the Mummers Parade.
Welcome to the Festival of Many Colors
What is it? An event series combining three Philadelphia traditions of bright colors, costumes, and public celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.
Who’s Involved? The Mummers Museum is hosting this festival, it features performers and craftspeople from Mummer clubs of all divisions, Philly Caribbean Carnival, and Carnaval de Puebla en Philadelphia, and it’s free and open to everybody.
Hop on over to the Mummers Museum for our 2nd Annual FREE Easter Egg Hunt! 🐣🐰
📅 Saturday, March 28th
⏰ Egg hunt starts at 11:00 AM (promptly!)
📍 1100 S 2nd St, Philadelphia
Bring the kids for a morning full of fun with an egg hunt, activities, refreshments and photos with the Easter Bunny! 🐰📸
🥚 Egg hunt participation is for kids 8 & under
🧺 Don’t forget to bring your own basket or bag to collect eggs!
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The Mummers Museum opened in 1976 as part of Philadelphia’s celebration of America’s Bicentennial. The Museum is dedicated to celebrating the tradition of Mummery in Philadelphia 💛
Stop in to learn more about the history of Mummery 💛
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Sunday! Join Vaudevillians N.Y.B. for a hands-on workshop exploring the Comic Division tradition of political satire, where costuming, props, choreography, and storytelling come together to deliver a powerful message in just two minutes.
📅 March 15
📍 Mummers Museum
🎟 Free and open to all
Part of the Festival of Many Colors celebrating Philadelphia’s vibrant cultural traditions.
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💛 We love seeing the Mummers Museum full of visitors!
💛 Stop by and experience the history, costumes and tradition up close!
Learn more about upcoming events:
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Festival of Many Colors: Dance Workshops 💃
Movement tells the story of celebration.
The Festival of Many Colors invites you to step into the dances that bring parades and carnivals to life, from Mexican Carnaval traditions to Mummers spectacle to Caribbean rhythm.
🪶 March 21 — Carnaval Dance with Pamela Plata
Learn how performers in Zacapoaxtlas and Zapadores costumes move and discover the stories behind the choreography of Carnaval de Puebla.
✨ April 21 — Dance Like a Fancy Brigade with Andrea Kenney
Experience group choreography in the style of a Mummer Fancy Brigade and get a taste of what it takes to perform at the Convention Center on New Year’s Day.
🌴 May 9 — Caribbean Dance Craze with Toni Robichaw
Blend Latin American and Caribbean rhythms into an energetic, fun group dance workout focused on movement, stamina, and community.
All workshops are free and open to everyone.
📍 Mummers Museum — 1100 S 2nd St, Philadelphia
🔗 Details & registration: www.mummersmuseum.org/fomc/
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