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Wandering Through The Zippo/Case Museum In Pennsylvania Is An Eccentric Experience You Won't Soon Forget

By Beth Price-Williams | Published March 26, 2020

Exploring Pennsylvania never gets old. After all, we’re always discovering new attractions and destinations we never knew existed – like the Zippo/Case Museum in Pennsylvania. If you’re a collector or a fan of Zippo Lighters or Case Knives, you probably already have the museum on your bucket list. However, if you’ve only heard of them in passing, you’ll definitely want to add this museum to your bucket list.

The adventure begins well before you arrive at the front door of the Zippo/Case Museum in Bradford. In fact, your jaw might just drop at the sight of the more than a dozen...

Zippo Street Lights that flank the road that takes you straight to the 15,000-square-foot museum and flagship store. But, it gets better.

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You'll probably want to snap photos of the iconic building itself, which boasts a gigantic Case Canoe Knife and a Zippo Lighter that stands 40 feet tall.

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Inside the museum, begin your self-guided tour that gives you a peek into the storied history of the Zippo and Case brands. Even better? Admission is free and the museum is handicap accessible.

Meander through the museum, which attracts visitors from all over the world and features such exhibits as "An Ally for the Allies." The World War II-themed exhibit gives insight into how Zippo contributed to the war efforts.

You'll also learn about some Zippos that had starring roles in Hollywood films at the "The Greatest Supporting Actor of All Time" exhibit.

Zippo is, of course, known for its "It Works or We Fix It Free" motto. At the museum, you'll get a glimpse into how the repairs center works.

Don't forget to browse the flagship store, too, where you'll find an assortment of souvenirs, Zippo lighters, and Case Knives.

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Zippo/Case Museum is usually open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.*

Click here for the official website of the Zippo/Case Museum. Or, go here for Facebook.

Have you ever been to the Zippo/Case Museum in Pennsylvania? Share your experience in the comments!

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Chestnut Street Extension, 1932 Zippo Drive, Bradford, PA 16701, USA